CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris has been terminated after an investigation of “inappropriate behavior” revealed he had violated company policy, the network announced Thursday.
“In the last two weeks, accounts of inappropriate behavior by Steve Chaggaris were brought to our attention and were immediately investigated,” CBS News said in a statement. “As a result, CBS News has severed ties with Mr. Chaggaris for violating company policy, effective immediately.”
A replacement has not been named yet.
The firing comes as the nationwide movement to end sexual harassment, particularly in the workplace, had led to firings across industries including media, politics and entertainment.
News industries titans like Charlie Rose, of PBS and who co-anchored “CBS This Morning,” and NBC News’ Matt Lauer are among those who have lost their jobs due to sexual harassment and inappropriate workplace behavior.
• Sally Persons can be reached at spersons@washingtontimes.com.
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