The controversial '60 Minutes' segment on El Salvador's CECOT prison, which was pulled by CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss last month, is finally set to air. The segment, titled 'Inside CECOT', explores the brutal conditions faced by Venezuelan deportees, who were sent to El Salvador by the Trump administration. The decision to air the segment without prior promotion is unusual, and it will likely face lower ratings due to the NFL playoff game on Sunday. The report, which featured correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi and producer Oriana Zill de Granados, was initially spiked by Weiss in December, citing the need for 'additional reporting'. However, amidst criticism, Weiss defended her decision, stating that it was necessary to restore 'the integrity of the news'. Despite the censorship, the full episode was made available online in Canada, and clips were shared on social media platforms. Alfonsi has openly criticized Weiss' decision, calling it politically motivated. Weiss has expressed her intention to air the story once her concerns have been addressed.
