Bari Weiss, who became head of CBS News last October, was notably absent from the News & Documentary Emmy Awards in Manhattan, where '60 Minutes' was nominated for 10 awards.Weiss's absence drew attention given that network executives usually attend such events to support and celebrate their journalists.

The ceremony coincided with veteran '60 Minutes' correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi announcing she would not return to the program, and she was later informed by CBS that her employment had ended.

During the ceremony, '60 Minutes' host Scott Pelley highlighted Alfonsi's contributions while Santiago Campos, a Mike Wallace Scholarship recipient, openly criticized recent editorial decisions at CBS News, calling for journalism that prioritizes truth over corporate interests.

Weiss's nonattendance, coupled with these public remarks, highlighted ongoing tensions within the network and questions about her engagement with CBS staff.The event underscored the challenges faced by CBS News leadership amid internal controversies and staff dissatisfaction.