Jim Acosta Departs CNN After Nearly Two Decades, Criticizes Network's Decision
Jim Acosta, a prominent CNN anchor and vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, announced his departure from the network after nearly two decades. Acosta revealed his decision during his final broadcast on Tuesday, stating that he had declined CNN’s offer to move his show to a midnight time slot, which he referred to as the “graveyard shift.” He emphasized his commitment to journalistic integrity, urging viewers to “hold on to the truth” and not “bow down to a tyrant.”
Acosta’s departure follows CNN’s decision to reshuffle its programming lineup, moving his show from its 10 a.m. ET weekday slot to a late-night shift. CNN executives framed the change as part of a broader restructuring, but critics speculated it was an attempt to appease Trump, who has frequently clashed with Acosta. Trump celebrated the news on Truth Social, calling Acosta a “major loser” and criticizing his journalistic credibility.
During his tenure at CNN, Acosta became known for his confrontational interviews with Trump, particularly during the former president’s first term. Their contentious relationship peaked in 2018 when the White House briefly suspended Acosta’s press pass after a heated exchange during a news conference. Acosta later reflected on his career, citing his coverage of former President Barack Obama’s trip to Cuba in 2016 as a defining moment, where he questioned Cuban leader Raul Castro about political prisoners.
In a statement, CNN praised Acosta’s dedication to the First Amendment and journalistic freedoms, wishing him well in his future endeavors. Acosta, meanwhile, has launched a new show on Substack, joining a growing list of journalists leaving traditional media for independent platforms. He vowed to continue holding power to account, signaling that his departure from CNN marks the beginning of a new chapter in his career.
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