BBC News has revealed that it received a legal threat from former US President Donald Trump regarding an edited segment in a documentary aired last year. The documentary, broadcast just a week before the 2024 US presidential election, spliced together two parts of a Trump speech, creating the impression that he was encouraging the January 2021 Capitol Hill riot. The BBC has since acknowledged that the edit was misleading and should have been handled with greater care. A BBC spokesperson stated that the broadcaster is reviewing the letter and will respond directly in due course. Samir Shah, chairman of the publicly-funded broadcaster, mentioned in an interview with BBC News that the organization is considering its response to Trump’s communication. When asked about the possibility of a lawsuit, Shah noted that Trump is known for his litigious nature, and the BBC should be prepared for all outcomes. The White House has not yet commented on the matter.