CBS, ABC Reject Ads for Controversial Film

Major television networks ABC and CBS have declined to air a trailer for the controversial film 'The Apprentice,' which depicts a young Donald Trump's life, during presidential debates. The film's distributor, Briarcliff Entertainment, reported that both networks opted not to promote the 15-second advertisement during debate nights to avoid controversy, although CBS indicated a willingness to air it at other times. Trump's campaign has threatened legal action against the filmmakers, labeling the movie as 'malicious defamation' and 'pure fiction.' Despite the pushback, the film, directed by Ali Abbasi and starring Sebastian Stan as Trump, is set for theatrical release on October 11. The decision by the networks reflects an effort to maintain neutrality during a politically charged election season. The film includes sensitive content, such as a scene depicting Trump assaulting Ivana Trump, which has further fueled the controversy surrounding its release.