Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren, Ron Wyden, and Bernie Sanders are scrutinizing Paramount's attempts to settle a lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against CBS News's 60 Minutes. The senators suspect potential violations of federal bribery statutes linked to Paramount's merger negotiations with Skydance Media. Trump's lawsuit, which claims that 60 Minutes deceitfully edited an interview with Kamala Harris, demands $20 billion in damages. Paramount is pursuing settlement amidst the merger process. The involvement of the FCC and resignation of CBS News' CEO add further complexities to this politically charged scenario.
Democratic senators are investigating Paramount's handling of Trump's lawsuit against 60 Minutes, concerned that improper conduct may affect its merger with Skydance Media.
The senators believe Paramount's actions could violate federal bribery statutes as the company seeks to settle Trump's lawsuit amid pursuing a major merger.
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