CNN parts ways with pundit Rick Santorum, former senator who made much-criticized comments about Native Americans

But, a network source said that Santorum had been informally “benched” after the controversy erupted, with shows choosing not to book him for appearances. As a contributor, Santorum did not have a regular, scheduled time slot, like an anchor or host would, …But, a network source said that Santorum had been informally “benched” after the controversy erupted, with shows choosing not to book him for appearances. As a contributor, Santorum did not have a regular, scheduled time slot, like an anchor or host would, …