The Biden administration and its media allies may have finally overplayed their hand. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is launching an investigation into CBS after it was revealed that “60 Minutes” heavily edited Vice President Kamala Harris’ rambling and incoherent responses about Israel to make her appear more articulate and competent.
The revelation comes after complaints of election interference were lodged against the network, and former President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion lawsuit against CBS for what he calls outright “fraud” against the American people. According to newly released transcripts, Harris’ original answer to a question on Israel was a meandering 179-word word salad—trimmed down to a crisp, seemingly thoughtful 20-word response by the CBS editing team.
FCC Takes Action Against Media Manipulation
Trump-appointed FCC Chair Brendan Carr has taken a stand, ordering CBS to turn over full transcripts and video footage of the interview. After a back-and-forth struggle, the network reluctantly complied, exposing what critics say is a clear case of media collusion to prop up a struggling vice president ahead of the 2024 election.
According to a CBS insider, the edited version of the interview was nothing short of damage control.
“You have to watch the video. A lot of ‘word salad,’” the source admitted. “Feels like a cleanup on Aisle 7. Not a technical foul but one could argue still news distortion.”
This isn’t just an oversight—it’s manipulation. The mainstream media is once again attempting to shield the American public from the truth about the Biden administration’s failures.
Harris’ Real Answer vs. The CBS Spin
The contrast between the original transcript and the version aired to millions of Americans is damning. In response to a question from “60 Minutes” correspondent Bill Whitaker on what the U.S. could do to prevent the war in Gaza from escalating, Harris initially gave a rambling, unfocused response:
“Well, let’s start with October 7th. Because obviously, what we do now must be in the context of what has happened. And as I reflect on a year ago, and that 1,200 people were massacred, young people at a festival, at a music festival, 250 hostages were taken, including Americans, women were brutally raped,” she began.
“And as I said then, I maintain Israel has a right to defend itself. We would. And how it does so matters. And as we fast forward into what we have seen in the ensuing weeks and months, far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed. And we know that, and I think most agree, this war has to end. And that has to be our number one imperative, and that has been our number one imperative. How can we get this war to end?”
What did CBS actually air? A sleek, heavily edited, 56-word soundbite that conveniently removed Harris’ awkward pauses, circular reasoning, and lack of coherence:
“Well, let’s start with October 7th. Twelve hundred people were massacred, 250 hostages were taken, including Americans. Women were brutally raped. And as I said then, I maintain Israel has a right to defend itself. We would. And how it does so matters. Far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed. This war has to end.”
This was not an isolated case. Another question about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s military response was also edited down from a disjointed 179-word ramble to a clean and concise 20-word response:
“The work that we do diplomatically with the leadership of Israel is an ongoing pursuit around making clear our principles.”
The actual, unedited version of her response paints a very different picture—one of a vice president who struggles to form coherent thoughts without a teleprompter:
“Well, let’s start with this. On this subject, the aid that we have given Israel allowed Israel to defend itself against 200 ballistic missiles that were just meant to attack the Israelis, and the people of Israel. And I think that is the most recent example of why what we do to assist in their defense around military aid is important. And when we think about the threat that Hamas, Hezbollah presents Iran, I think that it is without any question our imperative to do what we can to allow Israel to defend itself against those kinds of attacks.”
“Now, the work that we do diplomatically with the leadership of Israel is an ongoing pursuit around making clear our principles, which include the need for humanitarian aid, the need for this war to end, the need for a deal to be done which would release the hostages, and create a cease-fire. And we’re not going to stop in terms of putting that pressure on Israel, and in the region, including with other leaders in the region, including Arab leaders.”
This editing isn’t just unethical—it’s deliberate deception. The American people deserve the full, unfiltered truth, not a carefully curated version designed to protect the Democratic establishment.
Trump Calls Out Media Collusion
Trump and conservative watchdog groups have long warned of the mainstream media’s willingness to manipulate coverage to protect liberal politicians. This latest scandal only confirms what many already suspected: the media is actively engaged in election interference.
In response, Trump filed a massive $10 billion lawsuit against CBS, sending shockwaves through the media industry.
Meanwhile, the FCC investigation could have serious consequences for CBS’s parent company, Paramount. The agency is reviewing whether CBS’s actions violated “news distortion” rules, which prohibit intentionally misleading edits. If found guilty, CBS could face fines, reputational damage, and potentially even delays in Paramount’s planned $8 billion merger with Skydance.
A Wake-Up Call for America
This scandal should serve as a wake-up call to all Americans. The liberal media is not interested in journalism—they are interested in protecting the Democratic Party. If the media is willing to go this far to cover for Kamala Harris, what else are they hiding?
The FCC’s public hearings on this matter are set for March 7, and the country will be watching. It’s time to hold the mainstream media accountable for their blatant election interference. The American people deserve the truth, and we will not be silenced.
As this story unfolds, one thing is clear: the liberal media’s credibility is crumbling, and they have no one to blame but themselves.
