Media News Daily: Top Stories for 11/11/2025

Trump Threatens to Sue BBC Over Jan. 6 Video Edit

President Donald Trump’s legal team has threatened to sue the BBC for $1 billion over what it claims is a misleading edit in a documentary that aired his January 6, 2021, rally remarks. The video used in the program reportedly omitted Trump’s call for supporters to act “peacefully and patriotically,” instead highlighting phrases such as “we fight like hell.” Two top BBC officials have resigned over the controversy, and the broadcaster has issued an apology to lawmakers. Trump’s attorneys allege reputational harm and have given the BBC until November 14 to retract the program or face legal action. The BBC has stated it will review the letter and respond accordingly. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)

Journalist Sami Hamdi to Return to UK After Detention Over Revoked Visa

Sami Hamdi, a UK-based journalist, will return home after U.S. immigration authorities detained him at San Francisco International Airport on October 26. The detention followed the revocation of his visa without prior notice on October 24. Though the official reason cited was a visa overstay, no criminal or national security charges were filed. Rights groups, including CAIR-California, argue the move was politically motivated, potentially linked to Hamdi’s criticism of U.S. foreign policy and Israeli government actions. His release follows a voluntary departure agreement, with supporters warning that such actions may chill press freedom. (Read More) (BBC News Rating)

WSJ Editorial Board Slams Trump’s $2,000 Tariff Rebate Proposal

The Wall Street Journal editorial board has criticized President Trump’s proposal to issue $2,000 tariff rebate checks to most Americans, calling it a “Hail Mary pass.” Trump claims the rebates would be funded by the $195 billion collected in tariffs this year, which he also says will be used to reduce the national debt. However, the WSJ noted the contradictory nature of spending the same funds for rebates and debt reduction simultaneously. The board warned that the rebates would ultimately increase the national debt and criticized the economic burden tariffs have placed on consumers, referencing a Goldman Sachs analysis showing Americans bear 55% of the tariff costs. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)