Trump Threatens Legal Action Against BBC Over Edited Speech
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President Donald Trump is threatening to sue the BBC, claiming the broadcaster misrepresented his remarks ahead of the January 6, 2021, protests at the U.S. Capitol.
Trump told Fox News he has an “obligation” to take legal action against the British network. The controversy centers on a documentary aired before the 2024 election in which Trump’s call for peaceful protest was allegedly edited out.
The BBC’s top executive and head of news resigned Sunday amid criticism of the edits. BBC Chairman Samir Shah apologized for the “error of judgment” and acknowledged the edits created the impression of inciting violence.
The network, known for its impartiality, is facing backlash from multiple political perspectives over the controversial edits.
Trump told Fox News he has an “obligation” to take legal action against the British network. The controversy centers on a documentary aired before the 2024 election in which Trump’s call for peaceful protest was allegedly edited out.
The BBC’s top executive and head of news resigned Sunday amid criticism of the edits. BBC Chairman Samir Shah apologized for the “error of judgment” and acknowledged the edits created the impression of inciting violence.
The network, known for its impartiality, is facing backlash from multiple political perspectives over the controversial edits.
