Peter Attia out as CBS News contributor after name appeared over 1,700 times in Epstein files

Dr. Peter Attia is out as a contributor at CBS News weeks after it was revealed he communicated with notorious sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein in thousands of emails.

23 Feb, 20:25 — 23 Feb, 21:10

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Why this matters

The story highlights the ongoing fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, demonstrating how individuals with past associations continue to face public scrutiny and professional consequences as new details emerge from unsealed files. It underscores the reputational risks associated with any connection to Epstein, even years after his death.

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

Both news outlets report that Peter Attia is no longer a CBS News contributor due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein, specifically communications revealed in the Epstein files. While the core event is aligned, there is a divergence in whether Attia resigned or was removed, and in the level of detail provided regarding his communications with Epstein.

Coverage matrix

	The Guardian	Fox News
The specific number of times Attia's name appeared in the Epstein files (over 1,700 times).
The specific type of communication (emails) and the quantity ('thousands of emails').
Characterization of Peter Attia as 'controversial'.

Covered Divergent Not mentioned

What sources agree on

Peter Attia is no longer a CBS News contributor.
His departure is linked to revelations about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
These ties involve communication between Attia and Epstein.

Where they diverge

The nature of Peter Attia's departure from CBS News

The Guardian

Peter Attia resigned from CBS News or stepped down.

Fox News

Peter Attia is out as a CBS News contributor, implying a termination.

Key claims2 agreed · 1 disputed · 2 unverified

✓

Peter Attia is no longer a CBS News contributor.

agreed·The GuardianFox News

✗

Peter Attia resigned from CBS News.

disputed·The Guardian

Disputed byFox News

Fox News states he is 'out' as a contributor, implying termination rather than resignation.

✓

Attia communicated with Jeffrey Epstein.

agreed·The Guardian

Coverage gaps

The specific number of times Attia's name appeared in the Epstein files (over 1,700 times).

ReportedFox News

MissingThe Guardian

The specific type of communication (emails) and the quantity ('thousands of emails').

ReportedFox News

MissingThe Guardian

Characterization of Peter Attia as 'controversial'.

ReportedThe Guardian

MissingFox News

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How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

The Guardian

Peter Attia resigns from CBS News amid revelations about ties to Epstein

Center

No articles

Right-leaning

Fox News