WGA East President Tom Fontana blasted recent actions at CBS News. He specifically cited "cruel and needless layoffs" and Scott Pelley's firing. The union also highlighted the shutdown of CBS News Radio. Fontana stated these moves demonstrate profound contempt for the journalism profession. CBS News denied political interference, calling it a normal editorial process.
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