BBC Apologizes for Trump Speech Edit

BBC Apologizes for Trump Speech Edit

Update: 2025-11-10
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BBC Chair Samir Shah apologizes for editing a speech by former President Trump, which was featured in a Panorama documentary. The edit suggested a direct call to violent action, leading to over five hundred complaints. This apology comes amidst significant leadership changes at the BBC, including the resignations of BBC Director-General Tim Davie and BBC News CEO Deborah Turness. The BBC acknowledges editorial issues, including the Trump speech edit, and commits to strengthening its editorial processes and ensuring impartiality.

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BBC Apologizes for Trump Speech Edit

BBC Apologizes for Trump Speech Edit