CBS News' "60 Minutes" is undergoing a significant upheaval with the firing of three correspondents and key producers, including executive producer Tanya Simon. Anderson Cooper is also leaving. The shake-up raises questions about the show's future format and identity as it heads into its 59th season.
Veteran journalist Scott Pelley has been fired by CBS News after a heated dispute with new management over recent staff cuts at '60 Minutes.' Pelley criticized editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, accusing her of "murdering" the show. His termination follows similar dismissals of other staff members.
Veteran "60 Minutes" correspondent Scott Pelley publicly criticized CBS News management and editor-in-chief Bari Weiss during a heated meeting, calling the firings of producers and correspondents "murder" and a deliberate attempt to "kill" the show. Staff showed support for Pelley, who also praised a young journalist critical of the network's direction.
