Disney's $15 Million Settlement with Trump

The provided texts analyse Disney’s $15 million settlement of a defamation lawsuit brought by Donald Trump against ABC News. The articles explore the decision-making process behind the settlement, highlighting CEO Bob Iger’s role and the internal dissent within ABC News. They also discuss the broader context of Trump’s ongoing battles with media organisations, Disney’s shifting stance on social issues, and speculation regarding potential political motivations behind the settlement. The settlement is viewed by some as a strategic move to avoid further legal battles with a powerful incoming president, while others criticise it as a capitulation to Trump's pressure. A previous large defamation settlement by Disney is referenced for comparison.