Paramount Global settled a lawsuit with Donald Trump for $16 million concerning a '60 Minutes' interview with Kamala Harris. The settlement will cover Trump's legal fees and future presidential library but does not include a formal apology. Critics decried the decision, viewing it as a capitulation to extortion that undermines media integrity. Advocates believe settling could discourage investigative journalism and encourage more lawsuits against media organizations. The situation comes at a time when Trump is actively seeking to suppress unfavorable media coverage.
"News media owners are much better off standing strong than acquiescing," said Reporters Without Borders USA.
Paramount Global agreed to pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit with Trump over the handling of a pre-election '60 Minutes' interview.
According to critics, the settlement is seen as a "spineless capitulation to extortion" that may embolden further attacks on the media.
"If you settle cases, you're going to send a message to your news team to not push the envelope for fear of people being sued," said media attorney Edward Klaris.
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