The UK government has stepped into the escalating dispute between the BBC and former U.S. President Donald Trump, who is threatening legal action over the broadcaster’s editing of his post-2020 election speech. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is set to address the issue in the House of Commons, as critics demand significant reforms to the BBC while supporters urge the government to shield the public broadcaster from political interference. The controversy has already led to the resignation of BBC Director-General Tim Davie, who acknowledged the organization’s mistakes but emphasized the need to defend its journalism. Trump’s lawyer has demanded a retraction, apology, and compensation for what he claims is a defamatory portrayal in a documentary aired last year. The BBC has admitted to misleading editing in the documentary, which spliced together quotes from Trump’s speech, creating the impression of a direct call for violence. The broadcaster, funded by an annual license fee, faces mounting pressure in an era of polarized politics and shifting media consumption. While the Labour Party government has supported the BBC, it has also stressed the importance of correcting errors to maintain public trust.