NEWTON: The clock is almost at midnight for 60 Minutes

A hair under six months ago, I wrote in this space that the clock may soon be running out for the news magazine show “60 Minutes.” Ladies and gentlemen, we’re here. A staff shakeup involving correspondents, another change at the executive producer role, and the fiery dismissal of longtime correspondent Scott Pelley has resulted in the beloved CBS News Sunday night staple transitioning from a show that’s known for reporting deeper past the headlines to becoming the headline.

Jun 12, 2026 - 20:00
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NEWTON: The clock is almost at midnight for 60 Minutes
A hair under six months ago, I wrote in this space that the clock may soon be running out for the news magazine show “60 Minutes.” Ladies and gentlemen, we’re here. A staff shakeup involving correspondents, another change at the executive producer role, and the fiery dismissal of longtime correspondent Scott Pelley has resulted in the beloved CBS News Sunday night staple transitioning from a show that’s known for reporting deeper past the headlines to becoming the headline.

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