CBS News effort called a 'blatant sham' by expert: 'Yet another embarrassment'
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- • Veteran journalist calls CBS News' gesture toward public accountability a "blatant sham".
- • Kenneth R. Weinstein, a Trump ally, reviews complaints for the network.
- • Weinstein's appointment is seen as an embarrassment by many.
Context
A veteran journalist and former New York Times public editor criticized CBS News' effort toward public accountability. The network's new owners, who are aligned with Donald Trump, appointed Kenneth R. Weinstein to review complaints. Weinstein is a former chief executive of the Hudson Institute, a right-leaning organization.
The journalist called CBS News' gesture a "blatant sham", implying that the network's effort is not genuine. This criticism suggests that the network's actions may not be taken seriously by some experts and journalists.
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