Bill Maher, a comedian and television host, expressed his support for the removal of Scott Pelley from his position as a correspondent on '60 Minutes'. During a discussion, Maher dismissed the notion that President Trump was responsible for the changes occurring at CBS News. He posed a question to his guests, including Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), regarding their thoughts on the shakeup at the news program.
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Bill Maher expresses support for Scott Pelley's ouster from '60 Minutes'
Bill Maher has voiced his support for the ousting of Scott Pelley from '60 Minutes'. He also refuted claims that President Trump played a role in the changes at CBS News during a discussion with Senator Chris Murphy and others.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'ouster'
- ✕ loaded language: 'shakeup'
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Maher weighs in on ’60 Minutes’ shakeup, Pelley ouster: ‘I’m for it’
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Bill Maher expresses support for Scott Pelley's ouster from '60 Minutes'