Seismic Shifts Rattle America’s Cable News Landscape as Top Anchors Abruptly Depart CNN, Fox News

Two of the most recognizable names in cable news — Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon — were both ousted by their respective networks Monday.

AP/Seth Wenig, file
Tucker Carlson and President Trump at Trump National at Bedminster, New Jersey, July 31, 2022. AP/Seth Wenig, file

Two of the most recognizable names in cable news —  on opposite ends of the political spectrum — were both suddenly and unceremoniously removed from their anchors’ chairs Monday by their respective networks in what amounts to a seismic shakeup in the television news landscape.  

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