President Trump's Lawsuit Against Paramount Global and CBS
Late night host Stephen Colbert calls out CBS regarding President Trump's lawsuit against Paramount Global. Pressure mounts as Paramount considers settling a $20 billion lawsuit filed by Trump accusing CBS News of election interference. Democratic lawmakers urge Paramount not to settle, fearing it will embolden Trump to attack the media.
Key Points
- Pressure on Paramount to settle $20 billion lawsuit by Trump
- Democratic lawmakers warning against rewarding Trump with settlement
- Journalists resisting corporate interference in reporting
- CBS facing challenges due to the lawsuit and potential merger with Skydance Media
Pros
- Democratic lawmakers urging Paramount not to settle the lawsuit
- Journalists resisting corporate interference in news reporting
Cons
- Possibility of emboldening Trump to attack the media
- CBS facing pressure to settle to ensure the merger deal with Skydance Media