Colbert criticized Paramount Global's $16 million settlement of Trump's lawsuit as a "big fat bribe," questioning the integrity of the company. He suggested the deal may have been a strategic move to facilitate Paramount's sale to Skydance Media. Jon Stewart also condemned the settlement as 'shameful' and discussed the negative impact on employees committed to quality journalism. Their statements reflect a strong internal dissent against the business decision, raising concerns about journalism's integrity within the organization.
Colbert condemned Paramount Global's settlement with Trump, calling it a 'big fat bribe' and expressing his offense at the decision during his show post-vacation.
Colbert referred to the $16 million settlement as a potential obstacle-clearing move for Paramount's sale to Skydance Media and questioned the integrity of the company.
Jon Stewart called the settlement 'shameful' and discussed its impact on the internal morale of the news outlet during his show with guest Steve Kroft.
Stewart mentioned that the settlement is damaging to employees who pride themselves on good journalism and quipped that 'devastating' was an appropriate description.
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