Sir Trevor Phillips urges CBS News staff to ignore critics and maintain objectivity
Sir Trevor Phillips told CBS News colleagues to ignore external critics and focus on their jobs during a tense London bureau meeting. He defended foreign editor Shayndi Raice, who warned that disobeying editors constitutes insubordination. Phillips, a recent hire, emphasized the need for objectivity and mutual support amidst accusations that the network is shifting toward conservative-friendly coverage under new ownership.