CBS hired one conservative. The legacy press lost its mind
Washington Examiner • • entertainment
Key Points:
- CBS News promoted Norah O’Donnell and hired Ross Douthat as correspondents for the upcoming season of 60 Minutes, signaling a shift in the program’s lineup under Bari Weiss’s leadership.
- Douthat’s hiring sparked debate, with some viewing it as a bold move to revitalize a long-running show, while others criticized it as a rightward shift for CBS News.
- 60 Minutes has faced controversies in recent years, including editing accusations involving Kamala Harris and skepticism over Hunter Biden’s laptop story, raising questions about the program’s editorial decisions.
- Former correspondent Scott Pelley was fired after openly criticizing Weiss and the new executive producer, reflecting internal tensions during the network’s restructuring.
- Since Weiss took over, 60 Minutes has experienced a ratings boost, with a nearly 10% increase in total viewers and a 5% rise in the key 25-54 demographic, suggesting some success from the recent changes.
