Robert Gibbs, a former White House press secretary for President Barack Obama, has been chosen by Warner Bros. Discovery as their new communications chief. This decision comes after the departure of Nathaniel Brown in January, following the merger of Discovery and Warner Media in 2022. With a background in political consulting and experience as a top advisor to President Obama, Gibbs brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. His previous positions at McDonald’s and as a co-founder of the Incite Agency have prepared him for the challenges facing Warner Bros. Discovery, including a struggling stock and high debt post-merger. With his Beltway expertise, Gibbs is expected to navigate the company through potential mergers and acquisitions, as the media and entertainment industry continues to evolve in the era of streaming and declining linear television.