Elon Musk names Linda Yaccarino new Twitter CEO

Elon Musk has named a new Chief Executive Officer of Twitter, just over six months after his controversial takeover of the social media company.

Linda Yaccarino would oversee business operations at the site, which has been struggling to make money.

Musk said she would start in six weeks.

Musk will remain involved as Executive Chairman and Chief Technology Officer.