CBS Challenges Trump's $20 Billion Defamation Lawsuit

CBS has filed a motion to dismiss President Donald Trump's $20 billion lawsuit regarding the editing of a '60 Minutes' interview with Kamala Harris, asserting that the suit undermines the First Amendment and lacks legal basis. Trump alleges that CBS edited the interview to misrepresent him and interfere with voters, claiming damages under the Texas Deceptive Practices Trade Act. CBS argues the lawsuit is improperly filed in Texas, as none of the events occurred there, and suggests it is an attempt by Trump to choose a favorable jurisdiction. The network's legal team emphasizes that Trump seeks to control editorial decisions of media organizations, which is contrary to constitutional protections. Additionally, Trump added Texas Representative Ronny Jackson as a co-plaintiff to bolster jurisdictional claims. CBS's attorneys argue that the case should be dismissed or transferred to New York, where CBS is based.