CBS News Expands Investigative Team With New Additions
CBS News has announced the expansion of its investigative unit with the addition of five new journalists, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to in-depth journalism. The organization stated that this growth aims to strengthen its ability to produce indispensable reporting that holds power accountable across various platforms.
The newly appointed members of the investigative team include former Washington Post journalist Daniel Gilbert, Gabe Kaminsky from The Free Press, and current CBS News staffers Laura Geller, Jake Rosenwasser, and Callie Teitelbaum.
Bari Weiss, editor-in-chief of CBS News, remarked, “We are committed to producing more revelatory journalism every day. Our job is to tell our audience something they didn’t know that impacts their world.” Weiss highlighted the unit’s recent success with its I-Unit’s exclusive investigation into hospice care fraud, which prompted Congressional action. She emphasized the continued investment in a well-resourced investigative journalism team capable of delivering impactful reporting.
According to the announcement, the newly expanded team aims to enhance CBS News’ focus on providing compelling, incisive reporting that is not available elsewhere. The expansion will prioritize exclusive coverage of topics such as health and wellness, politics, sports, and the misuse of taxpayer dollars.
Matthew Mosk, senior investigative editorial director, stated that the unit will produce work across the News division with an emphasis on engaging new audiences through various digital platforms. “This is just the beginning of an expansion as we continue to search inside and outside the company for talented journalists with a hunger for eye-popping original reporting,” he noted.
Profiles of the New Investigative Unit Members:
Daniel Gilbert is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter who joins CBS News from The Washington Post. He has reported on significant issues within the medical field, including the rise of weight loss drugs and dangers associated with gene therapy. His career also includes seven years as an investigative reporter at the Seattle Times.
Gabe Kaminsky, previously with The Free Press, has produced influential reports focused on the interplay of money and politics in Washington, D.C. His exclusive investigations recently addressed topics like foreign lobbying and President Trump’s inquiries into nonprofits.
Laura Geller transitions from the CBS News crime beat, where she played a key role in pivotal cases, including the Nancy Guthrie abduction. Geller has led investigations into various pressing issues, including sexual assaults on airplanes and hospice fraud in California.
Jake Rosenwasser previously worked on the “Eye on America” team, covering critical issues such as deepfake pornography. He is a seasoned journalist with accolades including 10 Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award, having spent 17 years with HBO.
Callie Teitelbaum has been with Norah O’Donnell’s team for over three years, covering politics, international affairs, and breaking news. Her reporting has been featured on significant CBS programs and she has prior experience at WNYC Radio.
This expansion reflects CBS News’ commitment to elevating investigative journalism, ensuring it plays a vital role in informing and engaging audiences.
