Student Scholarship Winner Calls Out CBS at News Emmys: ‘The Recent Direction of the Outlet Stains the Legacy of Mike Wallace’
Student journalist Santiago Campos criticized CBS News during his acceptance speech for the Mike Wallace Memorial Scholarship at the News Emmys. He expressed concern that the network's recent direction undermines the legacy of Mike Wallace. Campos emphasized the importance of truthful journalism in the face of corporate influence and political pressure.
- ▪Santiago Campos received the $10,000 Mike Wallace Memorial Scholarship at the 47th Annual News & Documentary Awards.
- ▪During his speech, Campos acknowledged CBS News for funding his education but criticized its recent direction.
- ▪Former CBS anchor Scott Pelley praised Campos' speech and highlighted the need for young journalists.
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Home TV News May 27, 2026 6:19pm PT Student Scholarship Winner Calls Out CBS at News Emmys: ‘The Recent Direction of the Outlet Stains the Legacy of Mike Wallace’ By Michael Schneider Plus Icon Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large franklinavenue Latest Student Scholarship Winner Calls Out CBS at News Emmys: ‘The Recent Direction of the Outlet Stains the Legacy of Mike Wallace’ 29 seconds ago ‘Mormon Wives’ Producer Jeff Jenkins on Who Will Return as Production Resumes, ‘O.C.’ Spinoff Concerns and Expanding His Company (EXCLUSIVE) 5 hours ago ‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson Seals Three-Year, First-Look TV Deal With Amazon MGM Studios 8 hours ago See All TV Academy Student journalist Santiago Campos, a senior from Washington, D.C.’s District of Columbia International School, wowed the…
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