Disney CEO Bob Iger admitted that ESPN has become overly political. Iger then explained that its new president, Jimmy Pitaro, who replaced longtime executive John Skipper in March, is working towards refocusing the network. Prior to his sudden exit, Skipper was reguarly accused of making ESPN a left-leaning network. "Jimmy felt that the pendulum may have swung a little bit too far away from the field. Having respect for the office means principally, in my view, is the office holder should have respect for the office,” Kellerman said.

Source: Fox News September 21, 2018 17:52 UTC