Trump Sinks CBS?
Two high-ranking CBS News executives have abruptly resigned, fueling speculation that the embattled network may soon settle a $10 billion lawsuit brought by President Donald Trump. The lawsuit accuses CBS and 60 Minutes of manipulating coverage to favor Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential election.
This explosive development comes as CBS’s parent company, Paramount Global, seeks regulatory approval for a $30 billion merger—putting the network under increasing scrutiny from Trump’s administration and conservative watchdogs.
CBS Faces Crisis as Top Executives Resign
The resignations of CBS President Wendy McMahon and 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens—both within weeks—have rocked the newsroom and intensified concerns that Trump’s legal campaign against the liberal media is gaining ground.
While neither executive named the lawsuit in their departure statements, insiders suggest that growing legal pressure and regulatory oversight under President Trump’s leadership made it impossible to continue business as usual.
“It feels like Trump already won,” one GOP strategist told The Hill. “His pushback against biased media is finally working.”
Trump’s Lawsuit: $10 Billion and a Demand for Accountability
Filed last fall, the Trump lawsuit against CBS News alleges 60 Minutes selectively edited an interview with Kamala Harris, airing just days before the 2024 election. According to the suit, producers enhanced Harris’s image while downplaying her gaffes and stumbles—misleading millions of American viewers.
Despite initially defending the broadcast, CBS eventually released the full transcript following public backlash and political pressure from Trump allies. Critics say the timing of the release reveals more than CBS wants to admit.
Paramount Merger Complicates Legal Strategy
At the heart of this unfolding drama is Paramount’s proposed $30 billion merger with Skydance Media—a deal that needs approval from federal regulators reporting to the Trump White House.
Following Owens’ exit, veteran journalist Scott Pelley stunned viewers by stating that Paramount had begun “supervising” 60 Minutes coverage of the Trump administration “in new ways.”
Sources report Shari Redstone, Paramount’s chair and key figure in the merger, is frustrated with CBS’s political coverage and is pushing for a resolution. Redstone stands to make tens of millions personally if the merger proceeds.
Is the Media Finally Facing a Reckoning?
CBS has long faced accusations of left-wing bias and editorial manipulation. Past controversies involving disgraced executives like Les Moonves and Charlie Rose, along with the exit of respected conservative voices like Lara Logan and Sharyl Attkisson, have damaged the network’s credibility.
Now, Trump’s legal action—and the possibility of a $50 million settlement—may mark a turning point.
“This could be the final nail in the coffin for the old liberal media empire,” said a senior Republican adviser. “Trump is holding them accountable like no one else has.”
Capitol Hill Weighs In as Settlement Rumors Grow
Senate Democrats are now raising concerns that CBS may be negotiating with Trump to influence regulatory outcomes—a claim dismissed by conservatives as political posturing.
Paramount has denied any connection between the lawsuit and its merger deal, stating:
“The Trump lawsuit is completely separate from the Skydance transaction and the FCC process.”
Still, insiders confirm that mediation has begun, and reports suggest a settlement could include an apology and millions in damages.
ABC Paid $15M. Is CBS Next?
This isn’t the first instance of a major news outlet facing fallout during President Trump’s second term. Back in December, ABC News agreed to a $15 million payout and issued a public apology after anchor George Stephanopoulos inaccurately stated that Trump had been convicted of rape—a claim that was unequivocally false.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, appointed by President Trump, is now reviewing whether CBS’s actions amount to “news distortion”—a potentially serious offense.
Conclusion: A New Era of Media Accountability?
For decades, mainstream media networks have operated with little regard for balance, often slanting coverage to fit a liberal narrative. But with President Trump back in office and using every legal and regulatory tool available, the tide may be turning.
For millions of Americans tired of biased reporting and fake news, CBS’s internal crisis is more than just a corporate drama—it’s a sign that media accountability is finally on the rise.
