CBS News is currently experiencing significant backlash following a controversial interview conducted by anchor Tony Dokoupil with author Ta-Nehisi Coates. CBS executives have admitted that the interview, which focused on sensitive topics related to Israel and Palestine, did not meet editorial standards. Shari Redstone, a major shareholder, criticized the network's leadership for mishandling the aftermath of the interview. While Dokoupil has expressed regret over the tense exchange, he has also received support from several staff members and external organizations, including the Anti-Defamation League, who defended his questioning of Coates. Amidst this turmoil, CBS is grappling with the broader question of how to handle tough interviews while maintaining journalistic integrity.