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CNN Debuts L.A. Night Show as Trump's Ballroom Gains Major Corporate Backers
CNNs new show The Story Is with Elex Michaelson aims to establish a west coast news presence while Donald Trumps ballroom gains significant corporate support from major companies.
- The Story Is will premiere on CNN at 9 p.m. PT/midnight ET, positioning itself against reruns from main cable rivals in a unique Los Angeles news landscape.
- Elex Michaelson, previously with Foxs Los Angeles affiliate, emphasizes Californias influence in global narratives and aims to showcase diverse stories from the region.
- Major corporate backers, including Amazon, Comcast, and Meta, are supporting Donald Trumps new White House ballroom, reflecting a shifting political landscape and corporate interests.
Why It Matters
The launch of The Story Is by CNN signifies a strategic expansion into a market often overlooked by national news networks, while corporate support for Trumps ballroom highlights the intertwining of politics and business in todays media environment.