Oliver Darcy

Oliver Darcy is the founder and lead author of Status.

Paramount’s Weiss Woes

Jun 4, 2026

The fallout from Bari Weiss’ dismantling of “60 Minutes” is now reverberating across Paramount, with company leaders privately questioning the damage being done to the CBS brand, Status has learned.

The Tick-Tock on '60' Correspondents

Jun 3, 2026

As Scott Pelley refuses to leave CBS News quietly and his feud with Bari Weiss escalates, remaining “60 Minutes” correspondents met to weigh their futures with the storied newsmagazine, Status has learned.

Clock Strikes Midnight for Pelley

Jun 2, 2026

The “60 Minutes” correspondent was fired by email Tuesday night after a dramatic showdown with CBS News leadership, throwing the show into an unprecedented and existential crisis.

Owens Unloads in Overtime

Jun 1, 2026

Just hours after Scott Pelley torched CBS News leadership, former “60 Minutes” executive producer Bill Owens joined the revolt, blasting Bari Weiss and rallying behind his former colleague.

Pelley’s ‘60 Minutes’ Revolt

Jun 1, 2026

In a stunning confrontation, Scott Pelley accused Bari Weiss of “murdering” the newsmagazine and relentlessly grilled her newly installed executive producer, Nick Bilton, over the show’s recent firings, according to audio obtained by Status.

Inside Bari’s ‘60’ Bloodbath

May 28, 2026

A day after celebrating a banner season, “60 Minutes” descended into chaos as Bari Weiss fired top talent, installed a TV novice to run the program, and left staffers fearing the storied newsmagazine is being destroyed before their eyes.

The Press Mobilizes Against Ellison

May 26, 2026

A coalition of journalists, academics, and documentarians have signed a letter opposing Paramount’s acquisition of CNN’s parentco, Status has learned—voicing concern over the ramifications it will have for the news landscape.

Bari’s Anderson Agitation

May 21, 2026

Anderson Cooper’s “60 Minutes” farewell interview, in which he delivered a not-so-subtle message to management about journalistic integrity, infuriated Bari Weiss, Status has learned.

Ellison’s Fast and Furious Takeover

May 19, 2026

Paramount is hoping to close its deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery much sooner than the company has publicly stated, Status has learned.

Hitting the Brakes on Carr

May 18, 2026

In an interview with Status, the FCC chairman assailed his critics and defended his actions against Disney after a legal watchdog asked authorities to investigate him for having “violated his ethical obligations” as an attorney.

Tony’s Trouble in Taipei

May 14, 2026

After failing to secure a visa to broadcast from Beijing, Tony Dokoupil was also forced out of his backup location in Taiwan, Status has learned, adding to an embarrassing series of events for the Bari Weiss-led network.

Döpfner’s MAGA Dance

May 12, 2026

The Axel Springer chief has been quietly pursuing closer ties to Donald Trump through a series of off-the-record efforts, including a planned Washington dinner and a trek to the Middle East, Status has learned.

The Major Trouble at '60'

May 11, 2026

Bari Weiss’ decision to hand another high-profile “60 Minutes” interview to Major Garrett—who is not a correspondent on the show—prompted backlash inside the newsmagazine, Status has learned.

Paramount’s Paper Trail

May 7, 2026

Two press freedom groups that hold Paramount shares are demanding internal records over concerns the Ellisons have agreed to compromise the editorial integrity of CNN to secure approval for the Warners deal, Status has learned.

Murdoch’s Vox Vision

May 5, 2026

James Murdoch is in advanced talks to purchase Vox Media's podcasting network and New York Magazine—but that's not all, Status has learned. Inside the deal that would give Rupert’s youngest son a media empire of his own.

Hitting the Substack Ceiling

May 4, 2026

In the wake of The Ankler’s exit from Substack, Status has learned that other top publishers have privately expressed frustration with the platform and weighed possible departures, raising questions about the company’s ability to retrain its most prominent creators.

The WHCD Do-Over Dilemma

Apr 30, 2026

The WHCA has been quietly meeting this week to plot its next move after the shooting upended the annual dinner—and despite industry skepticism, Status has learned that a do-over event is still very much on the table.

CBS’ Ratings Calamity

Apr 28, 2026

New Nielsen data obtained by Status shows Tony Dokoupil’s “Evening News” sinking to historic lows, with veteran TV news executives casting the network as a “sinking ship” and blaming its woes on Bari Weiss.

Bari’s London Calling

Apr 27, 2026

A major shakeup at CBS News’ London bureau comes after months of behind-the-scenes friction with Bari Weiss, Status has learned—raising serious questions about the future of the network’s international reporting.

Shooting Shatters WHCD

Apr 26, 2026

The annual black-tie affair was thrown into chaos when a shooter attempted to storm into the ballroom where Donald Trump and administration officials gathered with journalists for a celebration of the First Amendment.

Inside the 2026 Status WHCD Event

Apr 25, 2026

Status hosted an evening in Washington celebrating the First Amendment with those who actually value a free press—and Donald Trump’s anti-free speech officials were not invited.

MacFarlane Gets Candid

Apr 23, 2026

The former CBS News Justice correspondent joined Power Lines for a wide-ranging and blunt discussion on Donald Trump’s WHCD invite, legacy newsrooms platforming lies, and more.

Trump Spills on 'Squawk’

Apr 21, 2026

Appearing on CNBC, Donald Trump pulled back the curtain on how his "Squawk Box" interview came together—revealing more than the network likely wanted and raising questions about its booking process.

Carr’s Drive-Thru Dinner

Apr 20, 2026

Donald Trump’s FCC chair Brendan Carr is set to attend the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Status has learned, where he will mingle with journalists and news executives at an event ostensibly about celebrating the First Amendment.

Ellison’s Hill Hide and Seek

Apr 16, 2026

Cory Booker has renewed his invitation for David Ellison to appear before Congress, the senator told Status—this time asking the Paramount boss to appear when he is in town “honoring” the Trump White House.