The Wall Street Journal criticized President Trump for his ongoing campaign against CBS following the network's editing of an interview with Kamala Harris. The editorial argued that Trump's accusations of election fraud and demands for CBS to lose its broadcast license stem from his desire to intimidate the press rather than any substantive evidence of wrongdoing. The editorial also highlighted the FCC's recent opening of a docket on the complaint, drawing parallels to a prior case involving Fox News, and warned about the implications for First Amendment rights, particularly in light of Trump's significant lawsuit against CBS.
President Trump's complaints about CBS editing an interview with Kamala Harris are more about attempting to intimidate the press than genuine concerns about election fairness.
The Wall Street Journal asserts that Trump's claims against CBS are grounded not in any factual misrepresentation, but simply his interpretation of editorial judgment.
The FCC's scrutiny of CBS raises concerns about press intimidation and First Amendment implications, especially given similar previous cases dismissed against Fox News.
Trump's $20 billion lawsuit against CBS adds pressure on the network, revealing his broader agenda of press intimidation as he shapes narratives around the 2024 campaign.
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