CBS News delays 60 Minutes segment on El Salvador’s Cecot mega-prison

The GuardianMonday, December 22, 2025 at 5:12:16 PM
CBS News delays 60 Minutes segment on El Salvador’s Cecot mega-prison
  • CBS News has postponed a segment of its flagship program 60 Minutes that was set to investigate the Cecot mega-prison in El Salvador, which has been a focal point for the Trump administration's deportation policies. The decision was announced shortly before the scheduled airing, citing the need for additional reporting.
  • This postponement has sparked backlash, including criticism from within CBS itself, highlighting concerns over journalistic integrity and the implications of delaying coverage on sensitive issues such as immigration and human rights.
  • The situation reflects ongoing tensions surrounding U.S. immigration policies, particularly those enacted during the Trump administration, and raises questions about media responsibility in reporting on controversial topics like the treatment of deportees and conditions in foreign prisons.
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