CBS News has terminated longtime '60 Minutes' correspondent Scott Pelley following a staff meeting where he had a disagreement with new Executive Producer Nick Bilton. During the meeting, Pelley reportedly accused Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss of damaging the reputation of the newsmagazine. This incident is part of ongoing changes at CBS News. Former '60 Minutes' correspondent Steve Kroft, who retired after 30 seasons, is set to join Geoff Bennett for further discussion.
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Scott Pelley Fired from CBS News' '60 Minutes' Amid Staff Meeting Dispute
Scott Pelley has been fired from CBS News' '60 Minutes' after a disagreement with new Executive Producer Nick Bilton during a staff meeting. Pelley accused Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss of harming the newsmagazine's reputation, marking a significant change within CBS News.
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