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CBS News Defends Editor's Controversial Contributor Decision Amid Backlash

2/4/2026

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CBS News faces backlash after editor-in-chief Bari Weiss decides to retain contributor Peter Attia, despite Epstein ties.
Following Epstein's documents, CBS pulled a segment featuring Attia from an upcoming 60 Minutes episode.
Weiss has resisted internal pressure to sever ties, citing a desire to avoid 'cancel culture'.
Critics say her stance harms leadership; some defend it as a fair standard against mob demands.

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CBS News faces backlash after editor-in-chief Bari Weiss decides to retain contributor Peter Attia, despite Epstein ties.
Following Epstein's documents, CBS pulled a segment featuring Attia from an upcoming 60 Minutes episode.
Weiss has resisted internal pressure to sever ties, citing a desire to avoid 'cancel culture'.
Critics say her stance harms leadership; some defend it as a fair standard against mob demands.