Jim Acosta Says ‘60 Minutes’ Drama Proves CBS’ ‘Wheels Have Come Off … and Bari Weiss Has Herself to Blame’ | Video
Jim Acosta and Katie Couric discussed the recent staffing changes at CBS, particularly the firing of correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi from '60 Minutes.' Acosta criticized the network's leadership under Bari Weiss, suggesting that the changes are politically motivated in light of the upcoming Paramount-WBD merger. Both journalists expressed concern over the future of the news division and its ability to cover major events effectively.
- ▪Sharyn Alfonsi was fired from '60 Minutes' amid a series of staffing shake-ups at CBS.
- ▪Jim Acosta criticized Bari Weiss for her handling of the network, suggesting her decisions are politically motivated.
- ▪Cecelia Vega, another correspondent, was also let go, expressing her concerns about the future of '60 Minutes.'
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Home > Media & Platforms > Journalism Jim Acosta Says ‘60 Minutes’ Drama Proves CBS’ ‘Wheels Have Come Off … and Bari Weiss Has Herself to Blame’ | Video The former CNN journalist sits with Katie Couric to lament the pending Paramount-WBD merger, “60 Minutes” shake-up and more Benjamin Lindsay May 28, 2026 @ 5:05 PM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Jim Acosta and Katie Couric discuss the week's "60 Minutes" shake-up on Instagram Live. (YouTube) “60 Minutes” initiated a bout of staffing shake-ups this week that began Wednesday with the firing of correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi — and Katie Couric and Jim Acosta took it as writing on the wall.
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