BBC Under Fire: Editing Allegations Spark Trump’s Legal Threat

The BBC faces a major crisis with allegations that its programs, Panorama and Newsnight, selectively edited speeches of former U.S. President Donald Trump. After admitting to editing errors in Panorama's documentary, it now faces a potential $1 billion lawsuit from Trump over similar accusations against Newsnight.

The BBC is in the spotlight as fresh allegations of selective editing involving former U.S. President Donald Trump's speeches surface. The issue first emerged with Panorama, causing significant turmoil within the broadcaster, eventually leading to the resignation of two of its senior leaders.

Following the initial allegations, legal challenges intensify against the BBC, with Trump threatening a $1 billion lawsuit. The Telegraph exposed that another BBC program, Newsnight, engaged in similar detrimental editing practices, intensifying scrutiny on the broadcaster's integrity.

As the deadline for retraction looms, the BBC concedes it's examining the claims while maintaining high editorial standards. However, the public broadcaster is yet to determine a full response as pressure mounts for an apology and financial compensation for Trump.

(With inputs from agencies.)