President Trump Files Lawsuit Against CBS’s 60 Minutes Over Alleged Election Fraud and Defamation
President Donald J. Trump has initiated a high-profile lawsuit against 60 Minutes, accusing the longstanding CBS programme of spreading false narratives and interfering with the outcome of the 2024 U.S. presidential election.
The lawsuit, which also targets CBS News and parent company Paramount, demands billions in damages and raises serious questions about the future of media accountability in American politics.
Why Trump Is Taking CBS to Court
In a strongly worded post on his Truth Social platform on Sunday, 13th April, Trump described the reporting on 60 Minutes as not just biased, but intentionally misleading. He singled out a past interview with former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, claiming the segment was heavily edited in her favour and that critical context was deliberately removed.
Trump alleges this editorial manipulation wasn’t accidental — it was part of a broader effort to sway the election outcome. He accuses CBS and its affiliates of working to “illegally elect Kamala,” saying responses to key interview questions were reworked in a way that misled viewers.
CBS Reporting on Ukraine and Greenland Sparks Outrage
Trump’s frustration isn’t limited to the Harris interview. He also lashed out at 60 Minutes for two recent segments: one that linked him to the conflict in Ukraine and another that criticised his administration’s interest in acquiring Greenland.
He maintains that the war in Ukraine would never have erupted had he been in office, asserting that U.S. foreign policy under his leadership prioritised peace through strength. Regarding Greenland, Trump accuses CBS of twisting his strategic proposal into something absurd, undermining what he views as a serious geopolitical initiative.
Pushing for FCC Intervention
Beyond the lawsuit, Trump is calling for direct action from federal regulators. He urged the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revoke CBS’s broadcast licence, claiming the network has crossed legal and ethical lines. He expressed confidence in FCC Chairman Brendan Carr to impose “maximum fines and punishment” for what he labelled “unlawful and illegal behaviour.”
“CBS is out of control, at levels never seen before,” Trump declared. “They should pay a big price for this.”
Trump’s Claims Against the Media
For years, Trump has accused mainstream media outlets of bias, but many dismissed those claims as politically motivated. Now, with mounting legal battles and growing public scepticism about media practices, some observers say Trump’s long-standing warnings are being taken more seriously.
Why This Lawsuit Could Set a New Tone
Trump’s legal move comes at a time when many Americans are already questioning what — and who — they can trust in the media. If the court sides with him, it won’t just make headlines; it could force major networks to think twice about how they handle political coverage, especially during elections.
Some people see the lawsuit as a necessary step — not just for Trump, but for anyone who’s ever felt misrepresented by big media. Others are worried it could open the door to something more dangerous: a world where reporters feel boxed in, afraid to challenge powerful figures for fear of being sued.
Trump Statement in Full
“Almost every week, 60 Minutes, which is being sued for Billions of Dollars for the fraud they committed in the 2024 Presidential Election with their Interview of Failed Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris, mentions the name “TRUMP” in a derogatory and defamatory way, but this Weekend’s “BROADCAST” tops them all.
“They did not one, but TWO, major stories on “TRUMP,” one having to do with Ukraine, which I say is a War that would never have happened if the 2020 Election had not been RIGGED, in other words, if I were President and, the other story was having to do with Greenland, casting our Country, as led by me, falsely, inaccurately, and fraudulently.
“I am so honored to be suing 60 Minutes, CBS Fake News, and Paramount, over their fraudulent, beyond recognition, reporting. They did everything possible to illegally elect Kamala, including completely and corruptly changing major answers to Interview questions, but it just didn’t work for them. They are not a “News Show,” but a dishonest Political Operative simply disguised as “News,” and must be responsible for what they have done, and are doing.
“They should lose their license! Hopefully, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as headed by its Highly Respected Chairman, Brendan Carr, will impose the maximum fines and punishment, which is substantial, for their unlawful and illegal behavior. CBS is out of control, at levels never seen before, and they should pay a big price for this.
“MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
