Pelley Says CBS News ‘Is on Fire’
- Former 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley criticized CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss in a Sunday interview, alleging political influence and calling for her removal following his firing last week.
- Pelley described the recent staff turmoil as the "Black Thursday massacre," following the dismissal of executive producer Tanya Simon and the appointment of tech journalist Nick Bilton to modernize the program.
- Regarding the Minneapolis segment, the anchor alleged Weiss attempted to influence coverage by "putting a thumb on the scale" for President Donald Trump's administration, constituting unprecedented editorial interference.
- A CBS News spokesperson rejected the claims, asserting "there is no credible argument" for political interference and stating Weiss's edits aimed solely to improve accuracy and fairness.
- These tensions emerged amid broader leadership changes following Paramount's acquisition by Skydance Media, with Pelley warning that newsroom trust has eroded under current management.
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Takeaways from Scott Pelley's emotional interview about his '60 Minutes' demise
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Takeaways from Scott Pelley’s emotional interview about his ‘60 Minutes’ demise
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