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Trump Fights $20B Lawsuit Against CBS Over "60 Minutes"

5/29/2025

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President Trump's legal team is pushing back against Paramount Global's attempt to dismiss his $20 billion lawsuit against CBS, sparked by a controversial "60 Minutes" segment on Kamala Harris. Trump argues that misleading editing hurt his reputation and finances. While Paramount proposed a $15 million settlement, Trump is holding out for at least $25 million and a public apology.

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President Trump's legal team is pushing back against Paramount Global's attempt to dismiss his $20 billion lawsuit against CBS, sparked by a controversial "60 Minutes" segment on Kamala Harris. Trump argues that misleading editing hurt his reputation and finances. While Paramount proposed a $15 million settlement, Trump is holding out for at least $25 million and a public apology.