Defense Secretary Hegseth Criticizes CNN's Iran War Coverage, Calls for Paramount CEO to Take Over Network

Defense Secretary Hegseth Criticizes CNN's Iran War Coverage, Calls for Paramount CEO to Take Over Network

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized CNN's coverage of the Iran war, stating that Paramount CEO David Ellison should take over the network. Hegseth dismissed CNN's report that the Trump administration underestimated the impact of the Iran war on the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing Iran's history of threatening shipping in the strait. Ellison recently acquired CNN's parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery, and assured that CNN's editorial independence would be maintained. Paramount Skydance purchased the company for $111 billion after a bidding war with Netflix, pending regulatory approval. Hegseth has been vocal about the media's portrayal of the Pentagon and the U.S. military, accusing them of trying to tarnish the armed forces' image. He highlighted the intentional framing of news headlines and banners, suggesting alternative headlines that reflect Iran's desperation in the current situation.