"We are not going to politicize anything today," David Ellison said, referring to reporters' inquiries about the alleged promise of $20 million in ads to Trump. His response left the assertion unresolved, indicating the company's intention to avoid any political discourse during the press conference.
During the rally, demonstrators delivered 10 boxes filled with Save Colbert petitions to the company, and more than 250,000 people have signed. Among supporters are lawmakers, comedians, and producers.
Sen. Ron Wyden criticized Paramount's settlement with President Trump, asserting it amounted to a bribe for merger approval, and threatened federal charges in the future.