JOURNAL ARTICLE

Behind the '60 Minutes' Upheaval, a Big Merger Seeking Approval.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Shaw, Lucas; Miller, Hannah 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the conflict between CBS' 60 Minutes and President Donald Trump, as well as the internal struggles within CBS News. Shari Redstone, the chair of CBS' parent company, expressed concerns about the network's coverage of Trump and its impact on an $8 billion deal. The departure of Executive Producer Bill Owens highlights tensions between corporate oversight and journalistic independence at 60 Minutes. The article also touches on Redstone's involvement in causes related to Israel and the potential settlement of a lawsuit with Trump to secure approval for a merger with Skydance Media. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:184761463
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