American news network CBS has fired longtime 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley after reported clashes between the veteran journalist and the news organization’s new management.
In a staff meeting, Pelley reportedly accused editor-in-chief Bari Weiss of “murdering 60 Minutes,” suggesting she was “brought in to kill it and is doing exactly that.”
As Eric Sorensen reports, this is just the latest high-profile firing from the network’s flagship program and critics say Pelley's firing demonstrates more than undue corporate influence but political influence.
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CBS fires veteran 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley after dispute with leadership
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