BBC Chief Defends Journalism Amid $1 Billion Trump Lawsuit Threat Over Capitol Riot Documentary

Nov 12, 2025 01:17 am CST

BBC's outgoing director general Tim Davie urges staff to "fight for journalism" as Donald Trump threatens a $1 billion lawsuit over a documentary edit suggesting he directly encouraged violence before the Capitol riot. The controversy has exposed internal divisions at the broadcaster regarding coverage of sensitive issues and comes at a critical time as the BBC prepares to renegotiate its Royal Charter expiring in 2027.