In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?
In a statement released by Trump's legal team, they allege that CBS and Paramount Global "realized the strength of this historic case and had no choice but to settle."
I am strongly in favor of protecting the right to report based on facts. But Trump seems to be challenging that in so many of his attacks or defamation suits.
In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?