Breaking news: “60 Minutes” top producer quits, citing loss of independence


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The show has faced mounting pressure from President Trump and its parent company.
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April 22, 2025, 1:30 p.m. ET

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Top Producer of ‘60 Minutes’ Quits, Saying He Lost Independence

CBS News entered a new period of turmoil after Bill Owens, the executive producer of the long-running Sunday news program, said he would resign. The show has faced mounting pressure from both President Trump and its corporate ownership at Paramount.

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