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Paramount’s Trump Settlement Sparks Fear and Criticism Among CBS News Staffers

Paramount’s Trump Settlement Sparks Fear and Criticism Among CBS News Staffers

Paramount’s Trump Settlement Sparks Fear and Criticism Among CBS News Staffers Paramount Global is facing intense scrutiny following its decision to settle a lawsuit with former President Trump, a move widely perceived as capitulation under political pressure. Despite strong legal grounds to contest the suit, the settlement has left many within CBS News, producer of ’60 Minutes,’ deeply uneasy about future editorial independence. Journalism experts and press freedom advocates are raising alarms, suggesting that rewarding such tactics will only embolden…

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Analyzing the Federal Reserve’s June 2025 Interest Rate Decision: Economic Stability and Political Pressure

Analyzing the Federal Reserve’s June 2025 Interest Rate Decision: Economic Stability and Political Pressure

Analyzing the Federal Reserve’s June 2025 Interest Rate Decision: Economic Stability and Political Pressure The Federal Reserve’s (Fed) June 2025 meeting, concluding on Wednesday, holds significant importance despite the anticipated decision to maintain the key interest rate. While most economists predict no change to the federal funds rate (currently 4.25% to 4.55%), the meeting’s significance stems from the confluence of economic indicators and ongoing political pressure. The current economic landscape presents a mixed picture. While sectors such as manufacturing show…

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