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Trump Allies Seek Kennedy Center Bailout in CBS Lawsuit Settlement Talks

Settlement discussions for Trump's $20 million lawsuit against CBS News reportedly include proposals to allocate funds to the struggling Kennedy Center, which faces financial and artistic challenges under his leadership.

President Donald Trump walks though the Hall of Nation as he visits the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, on March 17.
The Kennedy Center is seen in August 2019 in Washington, DC.
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Overview

  • Trump's $20 million lawsuit against CBS News claims the network deceptively edited an interview with Kamala Harris, though legal experts have widely dismissed the case as meritless.
  • Reports suggest Trump allies are pushing for any settlement with CBS News to include funds directed to the Kennedy Center, which Trump now chairs after replacing its board earlier this year.
  • The Kennedy Center has experienced a sharp decline in ticket sales and private donations since Trump's takeover, raising concerns about its financial viability.
  • High-profile artists, including Lin-Manuel Miranda and Issa Rae, have canceled performances in protest of Trump's leadership at the cultural institution.
  • Paramount executives are reportedly considering settling the lawsuit to avoid potential interference from Trump in their pending Skydance merger, which requires FCC approval.