Sullivan: CNN chief’s most damaging consensual relationship was with TrumpThe views and opinions expressed in this commentary are those of the author and don’t necessarily reflect The Press Democrat editorial board’s perspective. Was his ouster really all about his failure to disclose to his corporate bosses a consensual relationship with another top network executive? But we already know one thing for certain: When the dust settles, it will be Zucker’s relationship with Donald Trump that defines his legacy. Zucker created Trump the TV sensation, which was the necessary foundation for Trump the candidate. Years later, after moving from NBC to CNN, Zucker recollected very well that Trump was a self-proclaimed “ratings machine” — a rare instance of Trumpian truth-telling.

Source: CNN February 09, 2022 14:12 UTC