

What Next | How Trump Got ABC to Pay Up
Dec 18, 2024
David Folkenflik, NPR's media correspondent, dives into the groundbreaking defamation settlement between ABC News and Donald Trump. He explores how this deal underscores the precarious state of media, particularly as Trump's second term looms. The conversation touches on the implications for press freedom, highlighting the network's decision to cover Trump's legal expenses and support his presidential library. Folkenflik critiques the blurring lines between media accountability and political influence in an increasingly polarized landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Cost of Legal Warfare: ABC's Settlement with Trump
01:40 • 2min
Unprecedented Settlement Terms: Press Freedom at Stake
03:41 • 2min
Examining Media Controversies and Defamation Cases
05:15 • 3min
Legal Fallout and Media Accountability
08:33 • 10min
Trump's Legal Battle Against the Media
18:45 • 4min
Trump vs. Media: Legal Warfare
22:50 • 7min
Exploring Media Integrity Under Political Pressure
30:02 • 3min