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CBS News Stands by Contributor Peter Attia Despite Epstein Revelations
CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss has resisted calls to drop health expert Peter Attia from his contributor role, despite the recent surfacing of his emails with convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Attia, a Stanford-trained physician known for his expertise in longevity medicine, was among the 19 contributors named by Weiss when she addressed the CBS News staff about her future plans for the network on January 28th.
Just two days later, Attia’s name appeared in the latest batch of Epstein files, revealing a number of email exchanges between the two, including a crude discussion about female genitalia. Another message showed Attia expressing dismay that he could not discuss Epstein’s activities, stating, ‘You [know] the biggest problem with becoming friends with you? The life you lead is so outrageous, and yet I can’t tell a soul…’.
Weiss’ Stance on ‘Cancel Culture’ and Attia’s Fate
Conduct such as Attia’s association with Epstein would typically be grounds for a network news organization to cut ties with an individual, especially one who is not a full-time employee. However, Weiss is said to be opposed to cutting Attia, according to two people familiar with her thinking. As the founder of the digital news site the Free Press and an opinion writer, Weiss has spoken out against so-called ‘cancel culture’ and does not want to be seen as reacting to the Epstein frenzy.
Weiss joined CBS News in October after parent company Paramount acquired the Free Press, which gained a following due to its willingness to criticize the political left. She has been a polarizing figure since taking editorial control of CBS News, making moves that some insiders believe are aimed at pleasing President Trump, such as delaying a ’60 Minutes’ story on the treatment of undocumented migrants being held in El Salvador.
Advertisers’ Reluctance and Attia’s Departure from Other Roles
Despite CBS News’ official position, Attia’s association with Epstein has already led to consequences. Two companies have dropped Attia since the Epstein files surfaced. AGI, a company that makes powdered supplements, has dropped him as a scientific advisor, and he has also stepped away from his role as chief science officer for David, a protein bar maker.
CBS News is also pulling a ’60 Minutes’ profile of Attia that aired in October. The segment was scheduled to re-air on a ’60 Minutes’ episode made up of repeats, which the program typically runs when the Super Bowl telecast is on a rival network. Insiders say even if CBS News’ ties to Attia are not publicly severed, it’s unlikely he will be seen on the air, as health-related segments on TV news typically come with sponsors attached, and it’s hard to imagine any advertiser will want their commercials running adjacent to a former Epstein pal.
Attia’s Apology and His Professional Background
In a Monday post on X, Attia apologized for his interactions with Epstein, stating that he had not been involved in any criminal activity and had never visited Epstein’s island. ‘I apologize and regret putting myself in a position where emails, some of them embarrassing, tasteless, and indefensible, are now public, and that is on me,’ Attia wrote. ‘I accept that reality and the humiliation that comes with it.’.
Attia is the author of the bestselling book ‘Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity’ and hosts a popular podcast. His company, Early Medical, offers a program that teaches people to live healthier as they age. Despite the recent revelations, Attia’s expertise in longevity medicine has earned him a prominent position in the field.
