CNN Is Expected to Pick Mark Thompson as Next Leader
Mr. Thompson, credited with revitalizing The New York Times, is set to take charge at a crucial time for the news network.
It is anticipated that Mark Thompson, ex-CEO of The New York Times and former head of the BBC, will be appointed as the upcoming chief executive of CNN, as per three individuals aware of the resolution.
A few top-level executives at Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent organization of CNN, have been notified about the decision to recruit Mr. Thompson, stated these individuals, who requested anonymity as some executives at CNN are yet to be informed about the resolution.
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