Trump, Paramount Seek Mediator in $20B CBS Lawsuit

Attorneys for President Trump and Paramount have agreed to appoint a mediator to facilitate discussions regarding Trump's $20 billion lawsuit against CBS, which claims the network unfairly edited an interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris. The lawsuit, initially filed shortly before the 2024 presidential election, accuses CBS of bias and has recently been amended to include Paramount as a defendant. Trump's legal team believes this mediation could expedite a resolution, although opposition exists among CBS staff regarding any potential settlement. Trump's lawyer, Ed Paltzik, expressed Trump's commitment to pursuing the case to its conclusion, while CBS has denied any wrongdoing in the editing process. The development follows a judge's recent ruling against a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, highlighting the ongoing tension surrounding the legal battle. Paramount has declined to comment on the mediation proceedings.