Bari Weiss Moderates CBS News Town Hall Featuring Erika Kirk
Bari Weiss, the CBS News editor in chief, will be moderating a town hall featuring Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk. This special event is scheduled for December 13 and will be pre-recorded in New York City.
Details of the CBS News Town Hall Event
The town hall will be broadcast at 8 p.m. ET. It will also be available for streaming on Paramount+ and CBS News 24/7. During the event, Erika Kirk will engage with various participants, including young evangelicals and notable religious and political leaders.
Background on Erika Kirk
- Erika Kirk leads Turning Point USA.
- This organization was founded by her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
Bari Weiss’ Role as Moderator
Bari Weiss holds a significant role as the moderator. Her background includes being the creator of The Free Press. Although leaders of network news divisions typically remain behind the scenes, Weiss is stepping into the spotlight for this event.
In her statement, Weiss expressed her profound respect for Erika Kirk. She highlighted the moment when Erika forgave her husband’s killer, emphasizing its emotional impact. Weiss looks forward to facilitating a conversation that promises depth and insight.
