Overview

• President Trump’s $20 billion lawsuit against CBS News alleges deceptive editing of a 60 Minutes interview with Kamala Harris during the 2024 election.
• Paramount is reportedly considering a $30–50 million settlement to resolve the lawsuit, which legal experts view as lacking merit.
• The settlement is seen as a potential way to secure FCC approval for Paramount's $8 billion merger with Skydance Media, currently under review by Trump-appointed FCC Chair Brendan Carr.
• Senators Warren, Sanders, and Wyden have warned that such a settlement could violate federal bribery laws, raising ethical and legal concerns.
• Internal conflicts at Paramount, including high-profile resignations and board disagreements, have stalled a final decision on the settlement.