CNN Reportedly Proposes Moving Jim Acosta to Overnight Slot

The potential shift to a midnight time slot is raising questions about internal motivations and its implications for the anchor's career.

CNN has reportedly offered Jim Acosta a new role hosting a show from midnight to 2 a.m. ET, a move some view as a demotion given his current mid-morning slot.
The proposed shift has sparked speculation about whether the decision is tied to CNN's efforts to appeal to conservative audiences, including supporters of incoming President Donald Trump.
Acosta, known for his critical coverage of the Trump administration, has historically been a high-rated anchor, occasionally outperforming some primetime colleagues despite his daytime slot.
CNN executives have framed the move as an opportunity to reach West Coast and international audiences, though staffers are reportedly skeptical of this rationale.
The network has been undergoing significant changes under new leadership, focusing on cost-cutting, reorganization, and a pivot toward digital content to address declining viewership.