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Pelley accuses Weiss of ‘murdering’ ’60 Minutes:’ New York Times

Pelley accuses Weiss of ‘murdering’ ’60 Minutes:’ New York Times

Summary

CBS News journalist Scott Pelley criticized Bari Weiss, the top editor at CBS, during a meeting with the “60 Minutes” team. Pelley expressed doubt about the new executive producer Nick Bilton’s experience and blamed CBS leadership for problems at the show.

Key Facts

  • Scott Pelley is a journalist working for CBS News.
  • Bari Weiss is a top editor at CBS.
  • The confrontation happened during a meeting with the “60 Minutes” staff.
  • Pelley questioned Nick Bilton’s qualifications for his new role as executive producer.
  • Nick Bilton is a former New York Times journalist and author.
  • Pelley accused CBS corporate leaders of harming the “60 Minutes” program.
  • The report was covered by The New York Times.
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