The BBC on Monday formally launched its search for a new chief following the resignation of Tim Davie over a misleading edit of Donald Trump that sparked a row with the U.S. president.

The British broadcaster has apologized for the edit, which gave the impression Donald Trump had urged violent action ahead of the 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol.

Trump has threatened a $5 billion lawsuit over the case. The BBC has rejected his demands for compensation.

Director General Davie announced his resignation along with the corporation’s head of news on November 9 after Trump attacked “corrupt journalists.”

The advert for the BBC’s top job went live on Monday, with the deadline to apply listed as Dec. 31.

The job specification describes the role as one of “the most important, high-profile publ

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