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Nick Bilton’s surprise move to helm “60 Minutes” for a $2.5 million salary—topping his predecessor’s pay—has sparked intrigue, especially as David Ellison personally vetted candidates. Bilton’s deep billionaire reporting background gave him an edge over traditional TV journalists, amid Paramount’s merger and CBS News shake-up. Questions swirl over political influence, given Bilton’s past Trump criticism and CBS’s perceived alignment with the administration. While some allege Weiss conducted political screenings, insiders paint Bilton as a classical liberal disillusioned with DEI and campus activism, with ties to Weiss dating back to their NYT days. His rise from beat reporter to powerful media figure underscores a shift in influence—and possibly ideology—at CBS News, highlighted by his recent decision regarding Scott Pelley.

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