Abernathy (And Ailes?) Wants More FNC Promotion By The Fox Affiliates

By Brian 

Another highlight from this morning’s Variety must-read about Ailes/Murdoch/Abernathy:

“Former Ailes deputy Jack Abernethy was installed as CEO of the station group in December, but he has a news and financial background with very little programming experience.

Abernethy, who was appointed CEO at Ailes’ urging, was frustrated that shows including Fox News productions including Fox News Sunday weren’t getting adequate promotion by the affiliates, sources told Daily Variety.” And after Abernathy arrived, Lachlan “found himself cut out of management decisions at the TV group…”

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