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Lesley Stahl Urges Press Freedom Amid CBS Turmoil

5/31/2025

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Lesley Stahl voiced her frustration with Paramount's Shari Redstone for contemplating a settlement with Donald Trump over a lawsuit tied to Kamala Harris' interview. Amid rising tensions at CBS News, which prompted the departure of top executives, Stahl passionately advocates for Skydance Media to champion press freedom and maintain journalistic independence.

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Lesley Stahl voiced her frustration with Paramount's Shari Redstone for contemplating a settlement with Donald Trump over a lawsuit tied to Kamala Harris' interview. Amid rising tensions at CBS News, which prompted the departure of top executives, Stahl passionately advocates for Skydance Media to champion press freedom and maintain journalistic independence.