CBS Battles FCC Over 60 Minutes Complaint

CBS has urged the FCC to dismiss a complaint regarding a '60 Minutes' interview with Kamala Harris. The network faces a $20 billion lawsuit from Trump, alleging the interview was deceptively edited. CBS argues that regulatory actions could threaten First Amendment rights and constitute regulatory overreach.

CBS is pushing back against a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) complaint related to a '60 Minutes' interview featuring Vice President Kamala Harris. This plea comes amidst accusations from Donald Trump, who claims CBS edited the interview to unfairly impact the presidential election.

The network has disputed these charges, stating the interviews followed standard editorial practices. Meanwhile, FCC Chair Brendan Carr maintains the investigation is ongoing, and any premature dismissal is not in sight.

The situation has sparked debate over potential First Amendment violations, with CBS warning of the FCC overreaching if it adjudicates editorial content. Paramount, CBS's parent company, is simultaneously seeking FCC approval for a merger with Skydance Media.

(With inputs from agencies.)