Trump, CBS Set for Mediation in $20 Billion Lawsuit

President Donald Trump and CBS's parent company, Paramount, are set to begin mediation in a $20 billion lawsuit over CBS's editing of a '60 Minutes' interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump alleges that CBS manipulated Harris's comments to portray her in a more favorable light, accusing the network of election interference by misleading viewers just before the 2024 presidential election. CBS maintains that the edits were standard practice for clarity and brevity, countering claims of deception by emphasizing that a longer version aired on another program. The mediation, which involves retired judge Daniel Weinstein, may lead to a settlement that could force CBS's executives to address the allegations, although they have reportedly drawn a 'red line' against issuing an apology. This case underscores the ongoing tensions between media practices and political narratives in a highly scrutinized environment. Resolving the lawsuit could also facilitate Paramount's ongoing merger with Skydance, amid regulatory challenges.