CBS fires Scott Pelley after criticism of network leadership
Summary
CBS News fired Scott Pelley, a long-time journalist and reporter for "60 Minutes," after he criticized the network's leadership in a staff meeting. Pelley said the top leader was not fit for the job and claimed an executive editor was harming the show.Key Facts
- Scott Pelley worked as a correspondent for the TV program "60 Minutes."
- He made strong critical comments about CBS News leadership during a staff meeting.
- Pelley said the program’s top boss was unqualified to lead.
- He accused the executive editor of trying to damage the show.
- Shortly after his comments, CBS News decided to fire Pelley.
- The decision to remove him happened quickly following the meeting.
- CBS News is a major American broadcasting company.
- “60 Minutes” is a well-known investigative news program on CBS.
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