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2026-06-02 11:40:03

CBS anchor Pelley accuses boss of murdering 60 Minutes

Scott Pelley accused CBS News editor Bari Weiss of "murdering" 60 Minutes during a staff meeting, blasting new executive producer Nick Bilton's qualifications amid tensions over firings and ideological shifts at the iconic news program. read more

2026-06-01 22:00:08

Scott Pelley accuses CBS News head of murdering 60 Minutes

Scott Pelley of "60 Minutes" accused CBS News head Bari Weiss of "murdering" the show, criticizing her changes and new producer Nick Bilton's "slender qualifications." Pelley argued Weiss lacks job qualifications, while CBS says leaders tried to privately engage him. read more

2026-05-18 14:20:03

Anderson Cooper bids emotional farewell to 60 Minutes

Anderson Cooper bid farewell to 60 Minutes, hosting since 2006, urging preservation of its core quality. He praised change but hoped the show’s essence endures, highlighting its rare longevity and consistent excellence. read more

2026-05-18 13:00:43

Anderson Cooper exits 60 Minutes with pointed jab

Anderson Cooper bid an emotional farewell to CBS's *60 Minutes* after 20 years, stressing editorial "independence" amid tensions with new editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, who critics say has shifted the network rightward. read more

2026-05-18 08:40:07

Anderson Cooper Bids Emotional Farewell to 60 Minutes

Anderson Cooper bid farewell to "60 Minutes" after 19 years, urging the show to preserve its core quality despite embracing change. The 58-year-old host signed off on Sunday, expressing hope the program maintains its excellence. read more

2026-05-13 18:50:03

Bari Weiss Pushes MAGA Anchor Into 60 Minutes

Bari Weiss plans to integrate CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil into 60 Minutes, aiming to break down silos and impose conservative-leaning editorial control, amid reports she bypassed veteran Lesley Stahl for a Netanyahu interview. read more

2026-05-12 16:20:09

CBS turmoil as Lesley Stahl loses Netanyahu interview

CBS News editor Bari Weiss bypassed Lesley Stahl, giving a Netanyahu interview to Major Garrett, sparking backlash at 60 Minutes. The 84-year-old Stahl now considers leaving the network amid ongoing tensions over Weiss's controversial leadership changes. read more

2026-04-27 15:00:03

Trump denies rapist label in explosive interview

In a testy 60 Minutes interview, Trump lashed out at Norah O’Donnell for quoting a shooter’s manifesto calling him a “pedophile, rapist and traitor,” insisting, “I’m not a rapist. I didn’t rape anybody.” read more

2026-04-05 16:10:05

Steve Kroft Slams 60 Minutes as Toxic Snake Pit

Longtime 60 Minutes correspondent Steve Kroft called the show a "snake pit" and said he hated its competitive, toxic environment. He wouldn't repeat his 30-year tenure. The show faces changes under new editor-in-chief Bari Weiss. read more

2025-02-06 21:40:04

Trump Calls for Termination of '60 Minutes' Amidst Fraud Allegations

Donald Trump calls for the termination of 60 Minutes, claiming the show defrauded the public. Accusations of editing bias and illicit funding from USAid turn into a $10m lawsuit, sparking a clash with CBS. read more

2025-02-04 15:50:05

'60 Minutes' EP Stands Firm Against Trump Lawsuit Settlement

Bill Owens, 60 Minutes' executive producer, stated on Monday that he would not apologize in a potential settlement with Donald Trump over a lawsuit regarding a 60 Minutes interview with Kamala Harris. Paramount Global executives consider settling to ensure a merger with Skydance Media. read more

2024-10-08 05:10:04

Trump Breaks Tradition: Refuses 60 Minutes Interview, Cites Concerns

Donald Trump refused to sit down with 60 Minutes, citing changing reasons: initially wanted to meet in Butler, Pennsylvania, then expressed concerns about fact-checking, and finally demanded an apology for a previous interview. read more

2024-10-02 01:10:04

Donald Trump Cancels 60 Minutes Interview Over Disagreements

Former President Trump has pulled out of an upcoming '60 Minutes' interview, pointing to disputes over fact-checking and the Hunter Biden laptop story. This decision adds to Trump's history of conflict with the program, as he continues to challenge media narratives. read more