Internal unrest has emerged within CBS News following the appointment of Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief, according to a report from the New York Post.
The situation at CBS News is described as chaotic, with staffers reportedly raising concerns about Weiss's qualifications and her impact on the organization. Her rise to the leadership position came after Paramount Skydance's $150 million acquisition, which led to her becoming editor-in-chief.
Sources cited in the report indicate that Weiss's lack of television experience, her political views, and her perceived modernization efforts have contributed to internal panic. The report suggests that some within the newsroom fear she is reshaping CBS News in her own image rather than solely modernizing it.
The turmoil extends to prominent segments of the network, including "60 Minutes." Allegations of censorship and bias have surfaced, alongside a notable list of departures from major roles within CBS News. The shutdown of CBS News Radio is also mentioned as part of the unfolding situation. The report details events such as the Sharon Alfonsi controversy, the replacement of executive producer Tanya Simon, and the dismissal of Scott Pelley, painting a picture of significant internal upheaval.
Bari Weiss's tenure has positioned her as a powerful and polarizing figure in the media landscape, with CBS News now at the center of its own unfolding scandal, as detailed by media reporter Alexandra Steigrad and writer Brian Faas on "Messy Media Scandals."