Paramount appointed Kenneth Weinstein, a former Trump advisor, as the new CBS News ombudsman, a role overseeing journalistic integrity.
This appointment follows a large settlement in a lawsuit alleging bias in a CBS News interview, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest.
Critics point to Weinstein's political background and ties to conservative organizations as potentially compromising his objectivity.
Paramount defends the choice, highlighting Weinstein's experience and emphasizing a commitment to fairness and accountability in CBS News reporting.
