FCC Chair Rebukes Former '60 Minutes' Correspondent Over Dismissal Comments

Deadline • 08 Jun 01:07

FCC Chair Brendan Carr denounced former CBS journalist Scott Pelley after the reporter said his firing was unexpected, while CBS executives defended the termination as a standard editorial decision.

CNN • 07 Jun 15:47

Scott Pelley, recently dismissed from CBS News, accused the network’s leadership of mismanaging the flagship program and alleged political bias in editorial decisions.

The Hollywood Reporter • 07 Jun 15:47

In an interview with The New York Times, veteran journalist Scott Pelley detailed the circumstances of his firing from "60 Minutes" and urged the departure of CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, citing concerns over leadership changes and perceived political bias.

Mediaite • 07 Jun 12:00

In his first interview after being dismissed from "60 Minutes," Scott Pelley accused CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss of bias toward the Trump administration and of editorial missteps, urging her ouster.

Variety • 07 Jun 11:11

In an interview, Scott Pelley urged Paramount Skydance to dismiss Bari Weiss as head of CBS News, citing concerns over her experience and perceived political bias.

The Daily Beast • 07 Jun 00:36

Former "60 Minutes" correspondent Scott Pelley thanked supporters on Instagram following his dismissal by CBS News, after a week of public criticism of the network's new leadership.

NBC News • 05 Jun 16:19

Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker, and Jon Wertheim of '60 Minutes' have announced their intention to remain with the program despite recent leadership changes and tensions within the newsmagazine.

AP News • 05 Jun 04:04

Scott Pelley faced dismissal from CBS after vocally criticizing management during a staff meeting, resonating with many workers who dream of standing up to their bosses.

CNN • 04 Jun 15:26

Nick Bilton, the newly appointed executive producer of '60 Minutes', faces challenges following recent staff departures, including the firing of Scott Pelley, as the program prepares for its upcoming season on September 13.

Forbes • 03 Jun 17:29

Scott Pelley has accused CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss of dishonesty following his recent firing, highlighting a divide within the network's leadership.

BBC • 03 Jun 15:15

Scott Pelley has been terminated from CBS News after expressing concerns about the station's direction and perceived politicization under new leadership.

CBS News • 03 Jun 11:00

CBS News has terminated longtime correspondent Scott Pelley one day after a confrontational exchange with new 60 Minutes executive producer Nick Bilton.

The Jerusalem Post • 03 Jun 10:11

CBS News has terminated the contract of '60 Minutes' correspondent Scott Pelley amid significant turnover in the show's management, following disagreements with editor-in-chief Bari Weiss.

Variety • 03 Jun 01:31

Scott Pelley has been terminated from CBS News after a conflict with new '60 Minutes' executive producer Nick Bilton. This change marks a significant shift as Pelley is the fourth reporter to leave the program this year.

Variety • 02 Jun 02:50

Bill Owens, the former executive producer of '60 Minutes', expressed concerns about the new leadership at CBS News, accusing them of prioritizing partisan agendas over journalistic integrity.

AP News • 01 Jun 20:58

Scott Pelley has publicly criticized CBS head Bari Weiss, claiming she is undermining '60 Minutes' following recent staff changes. Pelley expressed concerns during a meeting with the show's new executive producer, Nick Bilton, regarding his qualifications and the recent firings at the program.

AP News • 28 May 19:59

Bari Weiss, CBS News editor-in-chief, has appointed Nick Bilton as the new executive producer of '60 Minutes', replacing Tanya Simon after a year in the role. This change reflects a strategic shift to adapt the program for modern journalism.