Struggles at the Top: CNN Chief Under Fire as Ratings Plummet and Staff Morale Sinks

CNN CEO Chris Licht's leadership has been marked by low ratings, internal criticism, and a loss of confidence in his ability to manage the business.
Licht aimed to move CNN to the center but received backlash over hosting a town hall with former President Trump and comments about diversity.
An Atlantic profile revealed Licht's fixation on bad press about himself and strained relationship with his boss, David Zaslav, CEO of CNN's parent company Warner Bros. Discovery.
CNN has installed a chief operating officer, fueling speculation about Licht's job security as the network's ratings have hit historic lows.
Some CNN staff have considered quitting, while Zaslav has so far defended Licht's leadership publicly.