In the Garbage Where It Belongs: Judge Tosses Trump’s $15 Billion Lawsuit Against The New York Times.

In the Garbage Where It Belongs: Judge Tosses Trump’s $15 Billion Lawsuit Against The New York Times.

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A federal judge has dismissed Donald Trump’s $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, calling it “improper and impermissible.”

The judge ruled that Trump’s complaint failed to meet basic legal standards and read more like a public rant than a legitimate case.

The lawsuit accused the Times and several of its reporters of publishing malicious content to damage Trump’s reputation ahead of the 2024 election.

The judge gave Trump 28 days to refile a revised version but emphasized that legal complaints are not platforms for personal attacks.

Critics say the ruling is a win for press freedom and a blow to Trump’s ongoing battle with the media.

The New York Times responded with a short and firm statement posted to its website:

“It lacks any legitimate legal claims and instead is an attempt to stifle and discourage independent reporting. The New York Times will not be deterred by intimidation tactics. We will continue to pursue the facts without fear or favor and stand up for journalists’ First Amendment right to ask questions on behalf of the American people.”