YouTube, the video-sharing giant owned by Alphabet, has agreed to pay $24.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. The lawsuit stemmed from the platform’s decision to suspend Trump’s account in the aftermath of the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. This settlement marks the latest in a series of payouts by major tech companies, including Meta (Facebook) and X (formerly Twitter), which also faced legal action from Trump over account suspensions. Trump had accused these platforms of political bias, alleging unfair censorship of conservative voices. As part of the agreement, YouTube will allocate $22 million to the Trust for the National Mall, a non-profit organization raising funds for a new White House ballroom, while $2.5 million will be distributed to other plaintiffs, including the American Conservative Union. The settlements reflect a broader shift in Silicon Valley’s approach to Trump, with tech leaders adopting a more conciliatory stance. YouTube also announced plans to reinstate accounts previously banned for spreading misinformation about COVID-19 and the 2020 election, emphasizing its commitment to conservative voices and civic discourse.