Tensions Rise at '60 Minutes' Following Bill Owens' Exit Amid Corporate Oversight
Bill Owens resigns as executive producer of '60 Minutes' citing loss of independence, sparking internal concerns over corporate influence from Paramount and ongoing Trump lawsuit.

Scott Pelley defends Owens' resignation amid changes at CBS’ ‘60 Minutes’

Straight Arrow News


'60 Minutes' blames Paramount for producer's resignation

Washington Examiner

Summary
Bill Owens has resigned as executive producer of '60 Minutes' after 26 years, citing a loss of independence due to Paramount's new supervision and a contentious merger with Skydance Media. Correspondent Scott Pelley condemned the corporate influence during the program's April 27 episode, highlighting the ongoing $20 billion lawsuit from Donald Trump regarding alleged deceptive editing of an interview with Kamala Harris. Owens emphasized the need for editorial independence, leading to his resignation. Despite internal strife, '60 Minutes' continues to deliver critical coverage of significant political issues, including Trump's administration, amid scrutiny over corporate oversight.
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