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60 Minutes Boss Quits After CBS Folds to Trump’s Threats

Apr 22, 2025
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INSIGHT

Loss of Journalistic Independence

  • CBS's 60 Minutes executive producer resigned due to loss of journalistic independence under pressure.
  • This situation stems from a Trump-aligned lawsuit and a Paramount merger needing government approval.
INSIGHT

Trump's Corporate Leverage

  • Trump's control over mergers coerces businesses including media to comply with his demands.
  • Many institutions cave to pressure instead of legally fighting baseless lawsuits from Trump.
ANECDOTE

60 Minutes Editing Reality

  • Tim Miller shares experience managing and participating in 60 Minutes stories highlighting extensive editing.
  • Editing is standard practice, making Trump's lawsuit over Kamala Harris interview absurd and unwinnable.
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