Summary

Donald Trump has launched a series of legal actions against major news outlets, including the New York Times, CBS News, and the Washington Post, demanding billions in damages for alleged defamatory coverage.

A letter from Trump’s attorney accuses the Times of engaging in “industrial-scale libel” and targets articles scrutinizing Trump’s business and political conduct.

Legal complaints have also been filed over CBS’s alleged pro-Kamala Harris edits and Washington Post articles purportedly aiding her campaign.

Legal experts warn that such litigation could have a “chilling effect” on journalism, especially for smaller outlets.

  • BackwardMonkey@lemmy.world
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    6 days ago

    They will make it legal for government to not only sue but prosecute and jail journalists. Fascist playbook.

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      6 days ago

      Yeah, this is the bunch that would like to see people like Jack Smith murdered for merely doing their jobs.