FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the firing of veteran journalist Scott Pelley from CBS's '60 Minutes'. In a post on social media, Carr stated that many legacy journalists are 'completely out of touch', contributing to low public trust in media. This statement followed Pelley's first interview after his dismissal, where he discussed his concerns regarding political bias at CBS and its parent company, Paramount. Pelley, who had been with CBS for 37 years, was let go after a verbal confrontation with new executive producer Nick Bilton. In his interview, he expressed hope that CBS leadership would recognize the issues within the network. Following Pelley's firing, reports indicate that morale at CBS has plummeted, with staff feeling uncertain about their work environment and who they can trust. Carr's comments highlight ongoing tensions in the media landscape, particularly regarding perceptions of bias and accountability.