On Saturday, ABC News reached a settlement involving a defamation lawsuit filed by Trump. As part of the agreement, the network will contribute $15 million to a charitable foundation and museum to be established by or for Trump, similar to those created by past U.S. Presidents. Additionally, ABC News will pay $1 million to cover Trump’s attorney fees.
The settlement also required ABC News and anchor George Stephanopoulos to issue a statement of regret. An editor’s note was added to a March 10th, 2024, online article, clarifying comments made during an interview on This Week.
“ABC News and George Stephanopoulos regret statements regarding President Donald J. Trump made during an interview by George Stephanopoulos with Rep. Nancy Mace on ABC’s This Week on March 10, 2024,” the note states.
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