President Trump's lawsuits against CBS News and The Des Moines Register are raising concerns among media lawyers and First Amendment advocates. While these suits lack strong legal footing, they are proving to be an effective tool for press harassment, especially after CBS's parent company, Paramount, reportedly engaged in settlement talks. This follows ABC's recent $16 million settlement for defamation, signaling that even weak legal claims can yield significant pressure on media outlets. Experts warn that this approach may embolden further lawsuits from Trump and his allies, aiming to intimidate the press under consumer protection laws.
The lawsuits against CBS News and The Des Moines Register, despite their lack of legal merit, are effectively harassing the press and may lead to more such cases.
The decision by Paramount to settle a lawsuit demonstrates that even suspect legal arguments can yield tangible results in the current media landscape.
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