CBS News executives and Paramount Global defend Tony Dokoupil amid controversy over Israel-Palestine interview.

Gayle King addressed the backlash from a CBS Mornings interview with author Ta-Nehisi Coates about Israel's treatment of Palestinians, which sparked controversy over perceived bias in co-host Tony Dokoupil's questioning. CBS News executives stated the interview did not align with editorial standards, while Paramount Global supported Dokoupil, calling the criticism a mistake. King emphasized the importance of handling sensitive topics thoughtfully as a learning opportunity for the network.

October 23, 2024
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