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The tension between journalism and political power just hit a boiling point. 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens has resigned, citing a loss of editorial independence amid mounting pressure from CBS parent company Paramount. The backdrop? A massive defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump, alleging deceptive editing of a 2024 interview with then Vice President Kamala Harris.
In a rare on-air moment, correspondent Scott Pelley didn't hold back, calling out Paramount's increasing oversight and defending Owens' commitment to journalistic integrity. Is the media finally fighting back? What does this mean for the future of a free press? Tune in for Don's take.
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The tension between journalism and political power just hit a boiling point. 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens has resigned, citing a loss of editorial independence amid mounting pressure from CBS parent company Paramount. The backdrop? A massive defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump, alleging deceptive editing of a 2024 interview with then Vice President Kamala Harris.
In a rare on-air moment, correspondent Scott Pelley didn't hold back, calling out Paramount's increasing oversight and defending Owens' commitment to journalistic integrity. Is the media finally fighting back? What does this mean for the future of a free press? Tune in for Don's take.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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