Date set for Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against BBC
Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, stemming from a Panorama program, is scheduled for trial in February 2027.Summary
A $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by former US President Donald Trump against the BBC has been scheduled for trial in February 2027, as ordered by a Florida judge. The lawsuit concerns a Panorama program that Trump alleges misrepresented his words by editing a speech from January 6, 2021, to falsely suggest he encouraged supporters to march to the US Capitol. Trump claims the BBC’s actions were a deliberate attempt to influence the 2024 US presidential election.
The BBC initially argued that the Florida court lacked jurisdiction and that Trump failed to state a valid claim, asserting the documentary wasn’t created or broadcast in Florida. However, the case will proceed. A leaked memo revealed concerns about the editing of the speech, leading to an apology from BBC chairman Samir Shah for an “error of judgment.”
The fallout from the controversy also led to the resignations of BBC Director-General Tim Davie and Head of News Deborah Turness. The BBC maintains its defense and will not comment further on the ongoing legal proceedings.
(Source：Newsshopper Co Uk)