12:51 am, Wednesday, 17 September 2025

Trump sues New York Times and Penguin Random House, seeks $15bn

Sarakhon Report
Defamation claims target reporting and book
Donald Trump filed a defamation suit against The New York Times and Penguin Random House, seeking $15 billion in damages. The complaint alleges harm to his business and reputation tied to reporting and a book.
Legal path ahead
The defendants did not immediately comment. Defamation suits by public figures face a high bar in U.S. courts, requiring proof of actual malice.
Political backdrop
The filing comes as the administration confronts fiscal and policy fights in Washington. Allies framed the suit as an effort to correct the record; critics called it intimidation.
What to expect in court
Early motions will likely test jurisdiction and sufficiency of claims. Discovery battles could follow if the case proceeds.
10:23:36 pm, Tuesday, 16 September 2025

Trump sues New York Times and Penguin Random House, seeks $15bn

10:23:36 pm, Tuesday, 16 September 2025
Defamation claims target reporting and book
Donald Trump filed a defamation suit against The New York Times and Penguin Random House, seeking $15 billion in damages. The complaint alleges harm to his business and reputation tied to reporting and a book.
Legal path ahead
The defendants did not immediately comment. Defamation suits by public figures face a high bar in U.S. courts, requiring proof of actual malice.
Political backdrop
The filing comes as the administration confronts fiscal and policy fights in Washington. Allies framed the suit as an effort to correct the record; critics called it intimidation.
What to expect in court
Early motions will likely test jurisdiction and sufficiency of claims. Discovery battles could follow if the case proceeds.