CNN is expected to unveil significant staffing cuts as soon as Thursday, according to three people familiar with the matter, as CEO Mark Thompson continues to plot a new emphasis on digital content. A CNN spokesperson could not be reached for immediate comment.

CNN will reportedly lay off hundreds of employees on Thursday, capping a year of financial struggles and falling ratings as the network seeks to pivot toward a digital future.

CNN, a unit of Warner Bros Discovery, plans to lay off hundreds of employees this week, as it refocuses the business around a global digital audience, CNBC reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

CNN is reportedly set to lay off "hundreds" of staffers just as President Trump returned to the White House to serve a second term following his historic election victory.

CNN is expected to announce a significant reduction in staff as early as Thursday according to reports by CNBC.

CNN, a unit of Warner Bros Discovery , plans to lay off hundreds of employees on Thursday, as it refocuses the business around a global digital audience, CNBC reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Both CNN and NBC News are planning layoffs this week as newsrooms transition away from linear TV toward digital audiences.