Scott Pelley, a long-standing correspondent for CBS's '60 Minutes,' has been fired following more than two decades with the program. His dismissal came after a contentious staff meeting where he criticized CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss, accusing her of 'murdering' the news institution. Newly appointed executive Nick Bilton expressed profound disappointment in a termination note, stating that Pelley had rejected opportunities for constructive dialogue and had instead chosen to confront him publicly. Pelley, who has been with CBS for nearly 40 years, will not receive severance or other benefits following his termination. The incident reflects ongoing tensions within CBS News as it seeks to navigate leadership changes and maintain its journalistic integrity. Bilton, who took over leadership of '60 Minutes' in late May, had hoped to find common ground with Pelley but indicated that the correspondent's actions demonstrated a lack of interest in contributing positively to the show's future.