Pete Hegseth Says ‘the Sooner David Ellison’ Buys CNN, ‘the Better’
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Pete Hegseth supports David Ellison buying CNN saying 'the sooner the better.'
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Pete Hegseth expressed support for David Ellison purchasing CNN, stating "the sooner" the acquisition happens "the better." The remarks sparked concerns that Ellison's ownership could shift CNN's editorial direction to favor Trump.
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