Trump's legal action against the New York Times for defamation is dismissed by the U.S., labeled as "unwarranted and unacceptable".
In a recent turn of events, a federal judge in Tampa, Florida, has dismissed a defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump against The New York Times. The lawsuit, which sought $15 billion in damages from the newspaper and four of its journalists, was dismissed due to issues with the initial complaint, not because of the merits of the case itself.
The 85-page complaint was deemed 'plainly improper and insufficient' under federal court rules, leading to its dismissal. Judge Steven Merryday, who was appointed by President George H.W. Bush, ruled that a new complaint can be filed within 28 days and must be limited to fewer than 40 pages.
The New York Times has described the lawsuit as an 'attempt to gag independent journalism.' In response, the defendant is seeking a new complaint from Trump's lawyers. The Times has been a frequent target of criticism from Trump, who has referred to the newspaper as a mouthpiece for the Radical Left Democratic Party and one of the worst and most corrupt newspapers in the history of our country.
The Times, however, has maintained its stance, stating that they will not be deterred by intimidation tactics. The newspaper also reiterated that their reporting on Trump 'lacks merit,' a statement made by the Times earlier in the year.
It is important to note that the dismissal of the lawsuit does not necessarily mean that the allegations made in the lawsuit are true or false. Trump has 28 days to file a new motion in the defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. The outcome of this case will undoubtedly have significant implications for the future of journalism and the freedom of the press.
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