CBS News CEO quits
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CBS News President and CEO Wendy McMahon is resigning, marking the second high-profile departure at the network in one month after '60 Minutes' executive producer Bill Owens quit. Their exits come as CBS parent company Paramount is considering settling a lawsuit with President Trump.
CBS News CEO Wendy McMahon says she's quitting. It's the latest fallout at the network as its parent company considers settling a lawsuit with President Donald Trump over a “60 Minutes” interview.
Five sources who spoke with CNN on condition of anonymity said that internal fights over “60 Minutes” have been much more fraught than the viewing public realizes.
CBS President and CEO George Cheeks said McMahon will remain at the network for several weeks to support a leadership transition. CBS News president ... bracing for more changes ahead.