MSNBC Executives Pull Anchors Off Air After Trump Assassination Attempt

MSNBC executives faced backlash for pulling anchors off the air after the Donald Trump assassination attempt, accused of currying favor with the Trump camp. The decision was seen as censorship and eroded trust with talent and viewers.

CNN's Declining Viewership

CNN suffered its worst ratings since 1991, dropping to fourth place behind Newsmax for prime time viewership. The channel drew just 83,000 viewers aged 25 to 54, with total viewers averaging 494,000 during a consequential news cycle. Criticisms include unappealing anchors and reliance on cable subscriptions for revenue.