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The judge handling the case ruled that CBS's motion to dismiss Trump’s lawsuit was moot, which effectively means the lawsuit will proceed, intensifying the stakes for the beleaguered network. With the FCC now involved, the situation grows even bleaker for CBS as they face allegations of substantial news alteration during a vital election period. The regulatory body has previously displayed its intent to hold media organizations accountable for misrepresentation, raising alarms within CBS about losing its network status altogether if severe violations are confirmed.