CBS News Denies Reports of Leadership Restructuring Amidst Internal Criticism
CBS News refutes claims that Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss is being sidelined, despite internal concerns over her leadership and experience.
CBS News has denied reports suggesting that Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss is being relieved of her day-to-day responsibilities over flagship programs such as 60 Minutes, Evening News, and CBS Mornings.
A CBS spokesperson stated, "Bari has the full support of Paramount and David Ellison as the editorial leader overseeing CBS News and 60 Minutes. Reports suggesting otherwise are inaccurate."
Weiss, appointed in October 2025, has faced internal criticism regarding her lack of television experience and editorial decisions. Notably, she pulled a 60 Minutes segment on the deportation of Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador, citing the need for further reporting.
Additionally, Weiss's decision to assign an interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Major Garrett, bypassing veteran correspondent Lesley Stahl, has reportedly caused internal tensions.
Despite these controversies, CBS maintains that Weiss continues to have the full support of the network's leadership.