Bulwark Takes Trump’s Lawsuit Could Destroy Journalism
May 19, 2025
Donald Trump's lawsuit against CBS News brings to light the fragile state of journalism and corporate power. High-profile resignations at the network raise questions about accountability and integrity. The discussion highlights the struggle between entertaining content and serious reporting as media shifts towards streaming. Additionally, the impact of Trump’s presidency on investigative journalism is examined, revealing threats posed by financial pressures in today's news landscape.
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Trump's Lawsuit as Political Shakedown
- Trump's lawsuit against CBS News over a Kamala Harris interview is seen as a shakedown to influence a corporate merger approval.
- He uses civil litigation innovatively as a tool for extorting government favors as a private citizen.
CBS Leadership Exodus Signals Turmoil
- CBS News executives are resigning due to leadership disagreements amid this turmoil.
- This signals deeper internal conflicts as the network faces pressure from external political and corporate forces.
CBS News Faces Decline and Change
- CBS is in decline due to dying linear TV and controversial external pressures like Trump and mergers.
- The network may become a shell focusing on soft news to maintain revenue, potentially losing investigative journalism.