60 Minutes CBS “Deportation, Sanctions, Surfmen” October 27 2024
On Sunday, October 27, 2024, 60 Minutes will air from 7:30 to 8:30 PM ET/7:00 to 8:00 PM PT, following NFL football on the CBS Television Network. This episode features a range of impactful segments that delve into pressing social and political issues.
Deportation
Cecilia Vega examines former President Donald Trump’s ambitious campaign promise to execute the largest deportation in American history. She accompanies Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Maryland as they arrest undocumented immigrants with criminal records. The segment also includes an interview with Tom Homan, who led ICE during the Trump administration, discussing the potential implementation of mass deportations if Trump is re-elected. Producers for this segment include Andy Court, Annabelle Hanflig, and Camilo Montoya-Galvez.
Sanctions
Sharyn Alfonsi investigates the effectiveness of U.S. sanctions against Russia, two years after the invasion of Ukraine. Despite the sanctions, the Russian wartime economy is projected to grow. Alfonsi speaks with Daleep Singh, the architect behind the U.S. sanction strategy, to reflect on past predictions and explore new developments. Her investigation takes her to the waters off the coast of Greece, where she tracks Russian oil tankers evading sanctions, raising critical questions about how Russia continues to fund its military efforts. Lucy Hatcher is the producer for this segment.
Surfmen
Bill Whitaker takes viewers to one of America’s most treacherous inlets, known as the Graveyard of the Pacific, at the mouth of the Columbia River. The segment documents the rigorous training of elite members of the U.S. Coast Guard as they strive to graduate from the National Motor Lifeboat School and earn the title of certified Surfmen. Whitaker interviews top water rescue professionals who push their limits in extreme conditions, highlighting the skills and bravery required to operate in dangerous surf to save lives. Rome Hartman is the producer for this segment.
This episode of 60 Minutes promises a thoughtful exploration of significant current events, combining investigative journalism with powerful storytelling to inform viewers about crucial topics affecting society today.
