CNN has disbanded its 'Race and Equality' team as part of a major restructuring that included the layoff of approximately 100 employees, according to multiple reports. The team, which consisted of three reporters, was formed in the wake of the 2020 police killing of George Floyd.

One of the journalists was let go, while the other two were reassigned to different departments, according to a newsletter by Black journalist Phil Lewis. A CNN spokesperson confirmed the team was disbanded, stating, "For all intents and purposes, the team is not a team anymore."

The restructuring comes as CNN's new boss, Mark Thompson, announced on Wednesday that the newsroom would be cutting around 100 jobs, nearly 3% of the workforce. Thompson explained that the job cuts are from a total workforce of about 3,500 employees.

The 'Race and Equality' team was formed in 2020 amid nationwide riots and protests over George Floyd's death in Minneapolis while in police custody. CNN President Jeff Zucker wrote in a 2020 memo, "We have valued them, we heard you, and we will continue listening."

The disbanding of the 'Race and Equality' team has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some applauding the move and others expressing disappointment. CNN has not yet commented on the specific reasons behind disbanding the team.

The layoffs and restructuring at CNN come as the network faces increased competition and declining viewership. CNN has been undergoing significant changes in recent months, including the appointment of Mark Thompson as the new boss and a shift in programming strategy.