Anderson Cooper quits '60 Minutes' as MAGA-friendly shakeup continues at CBS News

Journalist Anderson Cooper announced Monday that he was leaving "60 Minutes" amid reports that he opted not to renew his contract with CBS News under new editor-in-chief Bari Weiss.

Cooper is among the latest exits at the company, and plans to leave after the current season ends. He told CBS he would not return in the fall, The Wrap reported.

Cooper has anchored for CNN and also reported for the long-running show. He released a statement confirming the news, according to Deadline.