CNN's track record for accurate reporting has suffered badly the last few years (and not just with regard to the current POTUS). They've become far to fast to report a 'juicy story' without bothering with due-diligence to make sure the story really has some substance. It's gotten to the point that if I see something on my news feed that says "CNN", I'll just keep on scrolling.
Not saying there might not be some truth there, but I'm with lomapaseo - I'd take it with a very large grain of salt until we know more.