Bari Weiss’ CBS News Backfire, CNN’s Scott Jennings Torched, Biggest Oscars Surprises

On this week’s Power Lines:

Embattled CBS News boss Bari Weiss badmouthed her own staff to reporters after holding up a “60 Minutes” segment on Trump deportees, suggesting the struggling new chief has much to learn. Plus, new “CBS Evening News” anchor Tony Dokoupil’s abysmal ratings continue as the network’s sudden right-turn alienates audiences.

Then, CNN’s pro-MAGA contributor Scott Jennings is slammed by network guests over his warped relationship with the truth as he aligns himself with Donald Trump.

Speaking of distortion realities, the biggest stars on Fox News and across the MAGAverse are suddenly all-in on the idea of the U.S. taking over Greenland in lockstep with Trump.

And finally, Status’ Brian Lowry joins the show to break down the biggest surprises and snubs of the 2026 Oscar nominations.

00:00 Intro

00:55 CBS News Ratings Drop for Weiss & Dokoupil

01:31 Behind the Scenes Drama at 60 Minutes

06:02 Bari Weiss's Management Style

16:48 Scott Jennings Under Fire at CNN

26:48 Fox News Defends Trump's Greenland Gambit

32:27 Unpacking Oscar Nominations

34:53 Sinners: The Movie of the Year?

36:19 Best Picture Nominees

37:13 Surprising Oscar Snubs

41:49 Oscar Predictions and Dark Horses

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