While a lot has been said about CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss’ reported decisions, a portion of attention has turned to what could be her next gig. The much-discussed merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery would put CNN under the former’s ownership. With that, it’s been alleged that Paramount CEO David Ellison could put Weiss in charge of the network. That remains to be seen but, right now, sources claim one veteran analyst will be “out” if Weiss does take control. Thus far, it’s been alleged that Weiss would bring sweeping change to CNN if she were tasked with leading the network. Current and former staffers reportedly have thoughts on the notion of Weiss being put in the big seat. One person who’s been vocal about Weiss in general is analyst Brian Stelter and, per a new report from RadarOnline, Weiss would likely part ways with Stelter. The insider puts it as follows: Brian has gone after Bari harder than almost anyone in the media. When Bari takes over, Brian is out.(Image credit: CNN)Stelter hasn’t minced words about Weiss’ handling of CBS News and 60 Minutes, which has seen the dismissals of several correspondents and producers in recent months. The veteran journalist finds himself in an interesting position, considering he’s been covering news about the corporation that’s trying to acquire his current place of employment. Stelter addressed this during an interview with Business Insider, saying he was “very happy to say I have full autonomy” to cover the story and not have anyone “influencing his reporting.”However, another source alleges that this reporting could ultimately contribute to Weiss’ purported (and theoretical) decision to let him go. As that person claimed in Radar Online's reporting:You can't spend months criticizing someone who may soon be your boss and expect there won't be consequences.Brian Stelter originally joined CNN in 2013, at which point he became the host of Reliable Sources, and he also served as a chief correspondent until 2022. Following his departure from the network, Stelter returned in 2024, and he’s now serving as an analyst and writes for the RS newsletter in addition to making on-air appearances. Considering all of this, it goes without saying that the former New York Times reporter has quite a bit of history with WBD’s flagship politics brand. These comments about Stelter should be taken with a grain of salt as should reports about other CNN personalities whose professional standings may change if Bari Weiss comes into the picture. Longtime host Anderson Cooper recently stepped down from 60 Minutes, where he’d worked with Weiss for several months. In recent weeks, it’s been alleged that Cooper plans to leave CNN as well if Weiss becomes his boss. It’s also been alleged that correspondent Clarissa Ward will follow suit in the event that Weiss enters the fold. Former employees of CNN have also spoken out against Bari Weiss, including Jim Acosta, who said he didn’t want Weiss to “murder” the network. Likewise, former host W. Kamau Bell voiced his concerns about Weiss running the company. While it’s far from certain that Weiss will take charge, it’s not far-fetched to think that she would make adjustments as she’s done at CBS News. Whether or not one of those alterations would involve letting go of Brian Stelter remains to be seen.