Newsmax has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, accusing it of abusing monopoly power through anti-competitive tactics such as blocking distribution on platforms like Hulu and Fubo, and engaging in smear campaigns and intimidation against Newsmax to suppress competition and consumer choice.
Shari Redstone described the settlement of a $20 billion lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against CBS as a 'no-brainer,' which resulted in a $16 million payout to Trump's future presidential library, and coincided with the approval of Paramount's sale of a stake in Skydance Media, highlighting her satisfaction with the outcome despite criticism over the settlement timing.
The article discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding the Trump administration's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files, including a disputed letter allegedly sent by Trump to Epstein, and the potential legal and political implications of the story, alongside other political updates and international issues.
Paramount settled a $20 billion lawsuit with President Trump over a '60 Minutes' interview for $16 million, amid corporate struggles and a potential sale to Skydance Media, highlighting internal divisions and the influence of high-profile stakeholders.
President Trump threatened to sue The New York Times and CNN over articles about a preliminary intelligence report suggesting that U.S. strikes only delayed Iran's nuclear program by a few months, criticizing the coverage as false and damaging to his reputation, while the outlets defended their reporting and rejected his legal threats.
A state district court judge in Austin has ordered the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to release records, including unredacted body-worn camera footage and other investigative material, related to the law enforcement response to the May 2022 shooting at Robb Elementary School. The request for information was filed by media organizations under the Texas Public Information Act, but DPS officials had refused to release them citing a pending investigation exemption. The judge's ruling requires DPS to disclose the records within 20 days, but the agency has until December 28 to file an appeal, which could further delay the release.