Behind the Scenes: How CBS Edited Trump's 73-Minute Interview Down to 28 Minutes for Broadcast

Nov 04, 2025 10:57 am CST

CBS News released both the 28-minute broadcast version and complete 73-minute interview with President Donald Trump on "60 Minutes," offering a rare transparent look at journalistic editing decisions. The unedited footage revealed numerous omitted segments, including partisan attacks and personal complaints, highlighting the contrast with CBS's previous handling of Kamala Harris's interview that resulted in a $16 million lawsuit settlement.