60 Minutes' Producers Furious Over Trump's 'Bull--t' Lawsuit, Dread Paramount Settlement Talks
Producers of '60 Minutes' are criticizing former President Donald Trump over a lawsuit claiming he made false statements on the show, and they dread the prospect of Paramount making a settlement that could tarnish their reputation.
CBS News producers are criticizing Donald Trump's lawsuit against '60 Minutes,' calling it 'bulls---' and expressing dread over the possibility of a settlement that could be negotiated by parent company Paramount. The producers have reportedly become frustrated with the ongoing battle, which has been ongoing since 2021. Trump sued CBS News, alleging he was defamed in an episode about his handling of COVID-19. The producers fear that any settlement could undermine the network's journalistic integrity and create a chilling effect on future investigations.
