The US president threatens a $1bn lawsuit against the BBC, alleging defamation and bias. His lawyers demand an apology, retraction and damages by Friday, claiming doctored coverage of a rally. The dispute comes amid leadership upheaval and a potential charter review, increasing pressure on the broadcaster.

Tim Davie has resigned as BBC director-general after a leaked memo raised concerns about political bias in editorial decisions. The move follows a newspaper investigation praised by Donald Trump. The BBC board will name an interim chief and begin a search, with impartiality rules under review.

The White House accuses the BBC of selectively editing the President’s speech and calls the broadcaster biased, urging corrections. The BBC says its reporting met editorial standards. The dispute heightens tensions with Washington and renews debate over media impartiality.

Boris Johnson urged BBC director-general Tim Davie to give a full account of the corporation’s handling of impartiality complaints or step down. MPs said the row, triggered by a presenter’s on-air remarks, has damaged trust and demanded clarity on how editorial standards are enforced.