Trump Lawsuit Against New York Times Dismissed

On Wednesday, a New York Supreme Court Judge dismissed former President Donald Trump's $100 million lawsuit against the New York Times, and ordered Trump to pay all legal fees.

Key Details: The judge has ruled that the newspaper reporting on Trump's tax returns, which won a Pulitzer Prize, was protected by the First Amendment. The New York Times raised questions about Trump's claim to be a self-made millionaire, and alleged that Trump was involved in questionable tax schemes. Trump accused the paper of an "insidious plot" to illegally obtain copies of his confidential tax documents.

Key Quote: "The New York Times is pleased with the judge's decision today. It is an important precedent reaffirming that the press is protected when it engages in routine newsgathering to obtain information of vital importance to the public," said NYT spokesperson Charlie Stadtlander in an emailed statement.

For Context: Trump filed his suit against the New York Times in 2021 for the reporting, and the suit also accused Trump's niece, Mary Trump, of a plot to obtain his tax records. The judge has not reached a decision regarding that claim.

How the Media Covered it: Some left-rated sources reported that Trump's attorneys might appeal the ruling.