The Free Press Joins Paramount, Bari Weiss Becomes CBS News Editor

New York, NY – In a significant shift in the media landscape, The Free Press has announced it is joining Paramount, marking a new chapter for the independent news organization.

This announcement, made this morning by CEO and founder Bari Weiss, reflects the organization’s five-year journey and the commitment to quality journalism. Weiss emphasized the importance of trust and integrity in reporting, stating, “From day one, the promise of this publication was simple: We would marry the quality of the old world to the freedom of the new.”

Since its inception, The Free Press has attracted over 1.5 million subscribers who value independent journalism not bound by partisanship. Weiss stated, “You proved them wrong. You demonstrated that there’s a market for honest journalism.”

In addition to her role at The Free Press, Weiss will now serve as editor-in-chief of CBS News, where she intends to work on programs such as 60 Minutes and Sunday Morning. She expressed excitement about shaping news delivery in the 21st century.

Weiss noted that the merger with Paramount offers a chance to reshape CBS News while maintaining The Free Press’s independent voice. “We’ll be investing heavily in this community, and so many of the things we’ve long dreamed about will become possible much more quickly,” she said.

This transition arrives at a time of significant change in the media landscape, with audiences demanding more authenticity and transparency in reporting amid increasing political division. Weiss insists that independent, honest journalism is crucial for America, stating, “America cannot thrive without common facts, common truths, and a common reality.”

As part of The Free Press’s expansion, Weiss assured subscribers that they will continue to receive high-quality journalism, including investigative reports, podcasts, and features. She reaffirmed, “Our subscribers will still get the daily journalism they rely on.”

Looking ahead, Weiss expressed a strong commitment to leading CBS News toward an era of increased trust and integrity in journalism, aiming to fulfill the needs of a broad audience. “I am eager to earn your trust,” she concluded.