Susan Zirinsky will return to CBS News as interim executive editor in response to criticism of “perceived bias” in its news coverage, CBS co-CEO George Cheeks said on Monday.
In a memo to staff, Cheeks wrote: “In today’s fast-moving news environment, it is critical for newsrooms to quickly and effectively deliver balanced, accurate, fair and timely reporting, including highly complex, sensitive issues like the war in the Middle East.
“CBS News takes this responsibility seriously. While there is no way to cover such sensitive issues without provoking some degree of criticism, we have a responsibility to address those concerns. This includes feedback regarding perceived bias in some CBS News coverage.