CBS News Ousts '60 Minutes' Executive Producers and Correspondents

CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss shook up the TV-news industry’s most-watched and best-regarded property Thursday. The decision resulted in the ousting of key personnel, according to two people familiar with the matter.

The changes targeted the program's two most senior executive producer, Tanya Simon and Draggan Mihailoivich, who were ousted. Additionally, correspondents Sharyn Alfonsi and Cecilia Vega were ousted. This move represents a significant restructuring for the broadcast.

Representatives for CBS News did not respond immediately to requests for comment regarding the personnel changes. The scope of the changes involves both senior production leadership and on-air talent.