In a bold move, President Donald Trump has initiated a $15 billion lawsuit against The New York Times, claiming that several articles and a book published leading up to the 2024 election are part of a long-standing effort to defame him. According to court documents, Trump contends that the journalism presented by the Times was published with either knowledge of its inaccuracies or a reckless disregard for the truth. This lawsuit highlights a pattern of conflict between Trump and mainstream media outlets. In a post on his Truth Social platform, he accused the newspaper of lying, asserting that it has become a mouthpiece for radical left interests. Trump's previous media conflicts include a $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal, revealing his continuing battle to control his public narrative ahead of the upcoming election.
Trump Takes On The New York Times with $15 Billion Defamation Lawsuit
Trump Takes On The New York Times with $15 Billion Defamation Lawsuit
President Donald Trump has launched a major lawsuit against The New York Times, claiming defamation as part of a broader media war ahead of the 2024 election. This move highlights Trump's ongoing battle with mainstream media outlets.
On Monday, President Donald Trump filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times and four of its reporters, alleging intentional and malicious defamation. The lawsuit cites articles and a book published before the 2024 elections. Trump, using his social media platform, accused the newspaper of lying and acting as a mouthpiece for leftists. This latest lawsuit is part of Trump's sustained efforts against various media, having filed a similar $10 billion suit against The Wall Street Journal earlier this year.
