CNN’s ‘New Day’ Problems: Network Testing Different Pairings for Chris Cuomo (Exclusive)

Insiders tell TheWrap bad chemistry between co-hosts and ratings challenges have forced the network to look closely at “New Day”

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CNN, TheWrap

CNN is in the process of making radical changes to its troubled morning show “New Day,” individuals with knowledge of the situation told TheWrap.

The network’s signature morning show is plagued with bad chemistry, including reports of bickering between its hosts Chris Cuomo, Kate Bolduan and Michaela Pereira. The show is also stuck in the perennial No. 2 morning ratings spot among cable news networks. What was supposed to be Jeff Zucker‘s reiteration of his exceptionally successful 90s-era “Today,” hosted by Katie Couric and Matt Lauer, has instead become a challenge for CNN and the network’s president.

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