This week, “60 Minutes” presents a diverse range of stories, from politics and economics to inspiring academic achievements. The episode, airing on May 5, includes profiles of rising political star Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, a unique approach to employee ownership, and a mathematical breakthrough by two talented students.
In the first feature, Leader Jeffries, Norah O’Donnell profiles Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic Leader in the U.S. House of Representatives, who is poised to make history as the first Black Speaker of the House. O’Donnell meets with Jeffries on Capitol Hill to discuss a range of topics, including his caucus’ support for Speaker Mike Johnson, his stance on Israel-Hamas tensions and the resulting civilian casualties in Gaza, and how the reproductive rights debate will impact upcoming elections. This profile provides a timely insight into the mind of a leader navigating complex political landscapes.
The episode also includes the segment, Work to Own, by correspondent Jon Wertheim, who reports on an innovative approach to narrowing the wealth gap. Wertheim introduces us to Pete Stavros, an executive at the prominent private equity firm KKR, who advocates for employee ownership. By applying the same incentives typically reserved for high-level executives, Stavros aims to empower workers in factories, on flatbeds, and on farms. Wertheim travels to rural Illinois to assess the impact of this model on workers’ lives and its potential for broader economic implications.
Correspondent Bill Whitaker then takes us to New Orleans, where he celebrates an extraordinary academic achievement by two high school seniors. These young women from St. Mary’s Academy, a school with a rich history of fostering excellence among African American girls, solved a mathematical puzzle that had confounded scholars for two millennia. Whitaker’s segment highlights their achievement and the supportive educational environment that helped make it possible.
60 Minutes airs Sunday, May 5, at 7:00-8:00 PM ET/PT on CBS.
