Takeaways from Scott Pelley's emotional interview about his '60 Minutes' demise (opens original article in a new tab)

Scott Pelley, a long-time '60 Minutes' correspondent, was unexpectedly fired after a brief meeting with CBS leadership, citing tensions over editorial changes and leadership style.

• Pelley was fired after a 10-minute meeting with CBS executives without prior warning.
• He criticized new leadership for perceived bias and lack of transparency in editorial decisions.
• Pelley expressed emotional distress over the sudden changes and loss of trust within the '60 Minutes' team.