Dokoupil's Road-Trip Debut Hits Turbulence at CBS Evening News
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Tony Dokoupil’s road-trip debut as CBS Evening News anchor draws attention for promise and missteps amid new Skydance ownership and Bari Weiss’s editorial direction. While the format and interviews (including Trump) show potential to engage a divided audience, glitches and contested editorial choices—such as Minneapolis’ Jan. 6 coverage—highlight the challenges of balancing viewer empathy with rigorous reporting in 2026.
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