Trump and His Picks Threaten More Lawsuits Over Critical Coverage
Published On Dec 15, 2024, 11:30 AM
The article discusses a series of threatened defamation lawsuits from the incoming Trump administration aimed at intimidating media outlets that have criticized President-elect Donald Trump and his nominees. This strategy includes possible legal actions, which may serve to limit unfavorable media coverage. Despite the difficulty public figures face in winning defamation cases under existing legal standards, these threats are intended to suppress aggressive journalistic practices.
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The political climate under the Trump administration may create volatility in media stocks and companies dependent on advertising revenue from media services, as increased legal threats could lead to more cautious reporting. This could impact companies like News Corp that own media outlets.
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