Donald Trump, a man who thrives on spectacle and sharp-tongued feuds, has spent years turning public life into headline-worthy drama. From fiery clashes with Taylor Swift to fierce battles with media giants, he never misses a chance to stir controversy. His latest showdown, a high-stakes legal fight with Paramount, promised another grand victory in his long list of confrontations. However, in a twist straight out of a courtroom thriller, Trump now finds himself facing an unexpected setback, leaving his bold claims hanging in the air.

Donald Trump’s bold $35 million victory claim just hit a wall, as Paramount pulled the curtain back on his exaggerated win and left his celebration looking wildly premature.

Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews after his Iowa rally, Donald Trump boldly claimed his 60 Minutes settlement with Paramount was worth between $32 and $35 million. He described it as, “So it’s a combination of 16 plus 16 plus,” suggesting a $16 million payout combined with advertising deals. However, Paramount Global quickly dismissed his version of events. Sources confirmed, as per Variety, the settlement totaled only $16 million, with no public service announcements or free airtime on CBS. Skydance Media also denied any such side deal. 

Adding to the confusion, a New York Post report suggested Skydance CEO David Ellison had quietly arranged a separate deal with Donald Trump, offering $15 to $20 million in public service announcements backing his conservative causes. Yet, Paramount swiftly dismissed these rumors in a July 2 statement, making it clear that no such PSAs were part of the agreement. Skydance declined to comment, leaving Trump’s bold claims hanging without confirmation from either party. Amid the legal wrangling and Trump’s public boasts, his wife took a surprisingly different tone—publicly praising his longtime rival, Taylor Swift.

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Melania Trump stunned many by offering unexpected praise for Taylor Swift, the global pop icon her husband has relentlessly criticized over the years, adding a surprising new chapter to this celebrity rivalry.

During a visit to a children’s hospital in Washington, DC, ahead of Independence Day, Melania Trump shared a moment that caught many by surprise. As young patients chatted about their favorite artists, one child eagerly mentioned Taylor Swift. Without missing a beat, the 55-year-old smiled and said, “She is very talented,” according to the New York Post. The comment seemed light, yet its timing was notable.

Melania Trump added a cheerful spark during her hospital visit, helping children with patriotic crafts and surprising them with teddy bears and gifts. Her kind gesture came in sharp contrast to Donald Trump’s harsh swipe at Taylor Swift. In May, after returning from the Middle East, he wrote on Truth Social, “Has anyone noticed that, since I said ‘I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT,’ she’s no longer ‘HOT?’” The comment followed Swift’s public support for Kamala Harris in 2024. And Trump soon found himself clashing not only with Swift but also with Paramount.

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