Bari Weiss meddles in CBS Sunday Morning Israel report
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Updated · The Daily Beast · May 7
Bari Weiss meddles in CBS Sunday Morning Israel report
5 articles · Updated · The Daily Beast · May 7
Zeteo said Weiss made late edits to an April 5 segment on West Bank archaeology, citing four sources and a senior CBS News staffer.
Researcher Zaid Azhari said his interview was selectively edited to suggest he erased Jewish history, while CBS said the piece aimed to inform audiences.
The report adds to scrutiny of Weiss's growing editorial role across CBS News, including 60 Minutes and CBS Evening News, where staff unease and falling ratings have been reported.
As a news chief reshapes coverage, where is the line between providing critical 'context' and engaging in outright censorship?
With ratings in freefall, is a major news network's ideological overhaul alienating its core audience?
How is ancient archaeology being used as a modern weapon in the struggle for control over the West Bank?