There has been speculation about my politics, my loyalties, my intentions,” Ellison wrote. Without directly addressing any of the controversies around CBS News, Ellison wrote that he was committed to the independence that is at the core of the “founding principles” of CNN and CBS News. I believe that news should be based on facts and truth,” Ellison wrote. “Great news organizations like CNN and CBS News are here to tell it straight down the middle. “These were founding principles for both CNN and CBS News,” Ellison continued.