CBS Boss Explains Why Anti-Trump ’60 Minutes’ Host Was Fired

“I am here to deliver first-in-class news programming, not to make headlines about newsroom drama. I am eager to work alongside those who share this goal,” Bilton said.

“Despite yesterday’s misconduct, I had hoped that in sitting down with you today we could find a path forward together. You made clear that you are not interested in such a path,” he continued.

“Your antipathy to the future of the show has come through loud and clear. And I have heard you,” Bilton said.

“I therefore write on behalf of CBS News, Inc. (‘CBS’) to inform you that your employment with CBS is terminated for cause effective immediately. Enclosed is your formal termination letter,” said the memo.