Santiago Campos, a student journalist, accepted the Mike Wallace Memorial Scholarship at the 47th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards, where he expressed gratitude for the $10,000 award funded by CBS News. However, he did not shy away from criticizing the network's current direction, claiming it undermines the legacy of Mike Wallace, a revered CBS correspondent. His remarks were met with mixed reactions from the audience, with some cheering and others appearing shocked. Campos highlighted the challenges of journalism in the face of corporate influence, stating that it is increasingly difficult to find journalism that serves the public good. He concluded his speech by urging CBS News to reflect on its responsibilities and the importance of truth in reporting. The comments come amid significant changes at CBS News, including the hiring of Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief, who has been vocal about the need for the network to adapt to changing audience demands.