CBS Settles Lawsuit with Trump Over 60 Minutes Interview

CBS, owned by Paramount Global, settled a lawsuit with President Trump over a 60 Minutes interview. This move has raised concerns about the independence of journalism. The settlement smooths the path for CBS to be sold to Skydance Media. Trump's legal team alleged CBS of election interference, but legal experts argue that CBS's decisions are protected by the First Amendment. The settlement has sparked criticism and concerns about press freedom.

Other media giants like Disney, Washington Post, and L.A. Times have also faced pressure from Trump. Disney paid Trump's foundation and issued a note of regret, while Meta paid $25 million to settle a suit with Trump. Trump's actions have raised concerns about free speech and press freedom.

Paramount's settlement with Trump has been criticized by free speech advocates and legal scholars. Some see it as a form of extortion. Democratic lawmakers have called for investigations into the settlement. The fear remains that such settlements may not guarantee peace with a president who has been critical of the media.

According to the source: NPR.