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A federal judge in Florida appeared skeptical of Donald Trump's legal team's arguments regarding a $10bn defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch. The lawsuit stems from a 2025 article about a 'bawdy' letter allegedly authored by Trump and included in a birthday book for Jeffrey Epstein. Trump denies writing the letter, claiming the Journal published the story despite knowing it was false.

President Donald Trump is seeking to pause the disclosure of his financial assets in a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). The BBC requested financial information from Trump's trust, but his legal team argues the discovery is politically motivated and overly broad. The lawsuit stems from a documentary that edited a January 6, 2021, speech to suggest Trump directed supporters to attack the Capitol.

Matt Gaetz, a Texas congressman, is named in a defamation lawsuit by a Dallas man. Gaetz accused the man of a $270-million fraud scheme during a broadcast on the far-right One America News Network.

Conservative activist Robby Starbuck achieved a legal victory against Google as his defamation lawsuit will proceed following a Delaware Superior Court ruling.

The Richmond Flying Squirrels owner amended a defamation lawsuit against a Diamond District developer and their company, alleging they made false statements about him in a memo sent to city officials on April 8.

First lady Melania Trump filed a motion for sanctions against journalist Michael Wolff after his lawsuit against her was dismissed by a federal judge as 'contorted.' Trump's legal team claims Wolff's lawsuit was a 'frivolous' attempt to avoid her defamation claims and seeks reimbursement for legal costs. The judge previously rejected Wolff's case, criticizing it as a misuse of federal courts.

A judge ruled that Trump must provide detailed financial information to BBC attorneys in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the UK broadcaster. The decision requires Trump to make this information available as part of the legal proceedings.

A federal magistrate judge ruled that President Donald Trump must provide detailed financial records to the BBC in connection with a defamation lawsuit. The decision allows the BBC to investigate over 400 companies owned by a Trump family trust, though Trump may appeal. Trump's legal team narrowed the case's focus to reputational damage rather than business harm, but the BBC argues the two cannot be separated.

Hunter Biden received a $1.7 million punitive damages judgment in a defamation lawsuit against Patrick Byrne, who had accused him of seeking a bribe from the Iran government in 2021. Biden expressed gratitude that 'the rule of law prevailed' in the case, which was decided by a federal judge in California.

Rosmah Mansor, wife of former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Malaysian comedian Harith Iskander over a stand-up comedy performance that allegedly insulted her. The lawsuit was filed at the High Court, citing the January 17 event at the Swiss-Garden Hotel in Melaka.

Hunter Biden was awarded $1.7 million in a defamation lawsuit against Patrick Byrne, former Overstock.com CEO. Byrne, who denied Biden's 2020 presidential election victory, accused Hunter Biden of involvement in an $800 million bribery scheme.

A Diamond District developer involved in a defamation lawsuit claims the legal action is 'baseless' and an intimidation tactic. He alleges the lawsuit was filed by the Richmond Flying Squirrels' ownership to pressure him for a better business deal, according to court filings.

The Wall Street Journal is seeking a second dismissal of a $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump over an article about a letter he allegedly sent to Jeffrey Epstein. The court previously dismissed the case, citing insufficient evidence of actual malice, and the Journal argues the amended complaint still fails to meet the required standard.

Trump's attorneys requested a federal judge not to dismiss his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC after missing court deadlines. The BBC argued the lawsuit should be dismissed, claiming Trump's reputation was not harmed as he won the 2024 election. Trump's lawyers attributed the delay to compliance with court procedures and a protective order.

The Supreme Court is awaiting appeals from President Trump in two separate cases: the ballroom battle and the CNN defamation lawsuit.

President Trump has requested the Supreme Court to revive his $475 million defamation lawsuit against CNN, citing the network's use of the term 'Big Lie' in reporting on his 2020 election claims. His legal team also asked for a 60-day extension to file a petition for review of a lower court's dismissal of the case.

US President Donald Trump intends to ask the Supreme Court to revive his US$475 million defamation lawsuit against CNN, which involves claims about the term 'Big Lie' in coverage of his 2020 election claims. Trump's lawyers requested a 60-day extension to August 15 to file a petition for review, and the Supreme Court formally docketed the request.

President Trump refiled a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against Dow Jones & Company, publisher of The Wall Street Journal, over an article discussing a birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein. A federal judge previously dismissed the case, citing insufficient allegations of 'actual malice' against the outlet.

Donald Trump has refiled a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a report on his alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit, dismissed earlier due to legal deficiencies, is part of Trump's broader legal actions against media organizations.

The US Justice Department has initiated a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused President Donald Trump of rape in the 1990s, focusing on potential perjury in her testimony related to two civil lawsuits against Trump. The probe examines her claims from a 1990s New York department store incident and a 2019 defamation case.

A judge dismissed Michael Wolff's lawsuit against Melania Trump, criticizing it as 'contorted' and not aligned with how courts operate. Wolff had sued Trump to prevent her from pursuing a $1 billion defamation claim over alleged statements about her involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.

Bill Maher compared California Gov. Gavin Newsom's defamation lawsuit against Fox News to President Trump's tactics, stating it 'sounds exactly like what [Trump] does, suing media.' Newsom filed the lawsuit in June 2023.

A judge dismissed FBI Director Kash Patel's defamation lawsuit against a former MSNBC contributor. The lawsuit was related to comments made by the contributor, and Patel is currently serving as the FBI Director.

FBI Director Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic and its reporter for defamation over an article alleging his 'bouts of excessive drinking.' The report was covered by CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman.

FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic, accusing the publication of false reporting regarding his alcohol consumption. The Atlantic maintains its reporting is accurate and defends its position against Patel's allegations.

FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic for an article alleging mismanagement at the agency and his excessive drinking. The Atlantic defended its reporting, calling the lawsuit 'meritless.'

FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over a story alleging he engaged in excessive drinking and unexplained absences. The lawsuit claims the report damaged his reputation.

Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal was dismissed by a court. The case, which centered on allegations of defamation, was ruled without merit.

A judge dismissed President Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over its reporting on Jeffrey Epstein's 50th birthday book. The case centered on allegations of defamation related to the publication's coverage of Epstein's activities.