CBS News has tapped its political director John Dickerson to succeed Bob Schieffer as anchor of "Face the Nation."
Schieffer announced the appointment at the close of Sunday's telecast. Dickerson is the son of Nancy Dickerson, the first female CBS News correspondent. He will take over the anchor desk on the Sunday morning public affairs show from Schieffer this summer, just in time to rev up for the 2016 presidential race.
"John is first and foremost a reporter--and that's what he'll be as anchor of Face the Nation," said CBS News president David Rhodes. "His work in the studio will always be informed by what he's learned in Iowa, in New Hampshire, on Capitol Hill--anywhere there's news. He has earned the respect of newsmakers across the political spectrum. With all our correspondents John will present comprehensive coverage on all our platforms."
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