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Legal Expert Warns Trump’s Actions Could Erode Rule of Law and Social Stability, Revealing Alarming Insights on ’60 Minutes’

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NEW YORK — In a recent interview on “60 Minutes,” a prominent attorney expressed deep concern over former President Donald Trump’s influence on the legal system and societal norms. The lawyer asserted that Trump’s actions and statements represent a significant threat to the rule of law, raising alarms about potential long-term implications for American democracy. The interview highlighted the ongoing debates surrounding Trump’s judicial appointments, legal battles, and rhetoric. The attorney emphasized that Trump’s attitudes toward legal institutions could erode public trust, which is essential for the functioning of democracy. This erosion, she warned, might … Read more

60 Minutes Executive Producer Resigns Amid Turbulent Trump Lawsuit, Cites Pressures on Editorial Independence

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WASHINGTON — Bill Owens, the executive producer of the highly acclaimed news magazine “60 Minutes,” has resigned from his role, marking a significant shift within the media institution. His resignation on Tuesday comes during a complex time for the show, intertwined with a legal challenge from President Donald Trump, who has filed a lawsuit alleging defamation by the program. Since assuming the role in 2019, Owens became only the third person to lead “60 Minutes,” which has been a staple of American television for over five decades. According to an internal memo seen by The … Read more

Trump Selects Mediator for His $20 Billion CBS Lawsuit Over Alleged ’60 Minutes’ Interview Misedit

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NEW YORK — In a significant legal development, former President Donald Trump has agreed with Paramount Global on a mediator to oversee a $20 billion lawsuit he filed against CBS News. The legal action stems from allegations that CBS News deceptively edited an interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris, which aired on the network’s prominent show, “60 Minutes.” The controversy surrounds a two-hour interview conducted by CBS correspondent Bill Whitaker with Harris, of which only a fraction was broadcast. Trump’s lawsuit claims that the editing was intentionally misleading, presenting Harris in a context that … Read more

Paramount Global Considers Settling Trump’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Over ’60 Minutes’ Edit Amid FCC Merger Review Concerns

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In recent developments, Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS, is considering settling a $10 billion lawsuit filed by Donald Trump over an edited interview on “60 Minutes” featuring Kamala Harris. This lawsuit accuses the network of manipulating Vice President Harris’s responses during an interview that touched on sensitive topics such as the war in Gaza. Allegedly, two different edits of Harris’ response were broadcasted, leading Trump to claim deceptive news manipulation. This legal confrontation arrives at a precarious moment for Paramount Global, which is on the brink of merging with Skydance. As these discussions … Read more