‘60 Minutes’ to Tackle Trump Pardons in Season Premiere
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The 59th season premiere of 60 Minutes will feature a segment titled “The Pardon Economy,” focusing on Donald Trump’s controversial use of presidential pardons, produced by Lesley Stahl and her team.
- The premiere episode also includes Jon Wertheim’s profile of the Los Angeles Rams and coach Sean McVay, and Norah O’Donnell’s exclusive interview with a U.S. pilot rescued from Iran.
- New executive producer Nick Bilton is overseeing the season amid significant staff changes, aiming to revitalize the show with a mix of veteran correspondents and new talent.
- The Trump-related segment is expected to attract heightened attention due to Trump’s ongoing legal disputes with CBS, including a lawsuit over a previous 60 Minutes interview.
- While the first episode maintains a traditional format, Bilton plans to introduce new elements such as hidden camera investigations and commentary segments in future episodes.
