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Disney Settles Legal Battle with Trump, Stirs Unrest Within ABC News

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In a contentious media law chapter, Disney has reached a settlement with former President Donald Trump over a defamation lawsuit tied to comments made by an ABC News reporter. The resolution, terms of which were not disclosed, comes amid Trump’s aggressive legal stance against media organizations which he claims have misrepresented him. The case originated from a 2019 report in which ABC News’ chief investigative correspondent, Jonathan Karl, covered statements made by Trump regarding potential election fraud. Trump, pointing to what he described as false accusations and harm to his reputation, filed the lawsuit in … Read more

ABC Agrees to $15 Million Settlement in Defamation Lawsuit Filed by Trump

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NEW YORK — In a significant legal settlement, ABC has agreed to pay $15 million to resolve a defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump. The lawsuit stemmed from a report aired by the network that Trump claimed was false and damaging to his reputation. The conflict began with an ABC broadcast that purportedly presented misleading information about Trump’s involvement in certain business dealings, which he vehemently denied. The accuracy of the reporting was soon called into question, leading to Trump’s legal action claiming defamation against the network. In response to the lawsuit, ABC … Read more

ABC News Agrees to $15M Settlement in Trump Defamation Case

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In a recent legal settlement, ABC News agreed to pay $15 million to resolve a defamation lawsuit brought by former President Donald Trump. The lawsuit stemmed from a report aired by the network that inaccurately portrayed Trump’s involvement in certain actions which he claimed had damaged his reputation. The settlement, announced on Tuesday, concludes a contentious legal battle between Trump and the news organization, raising questions about journalistic practices and the impact of media reporting on public figures. Legal experts suggest the case could set a precedent for how news outlets handle the reporting of … Read more

ABC News Agrees to $15 Million Settlement in Defamation Lawsuit Filed by Donald Trump

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ABC News has agreed to pay $15 million to settle a defamation lawsuit filed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, marking a significant development in a legal battle that has drawn widespread attention. This settlement comes after Trump accused the network of harming his reputation through its broadcast content. The lawsuit centered around a documentary and several reports broadcast by ABC News, which Trump claimed were not only false but also maliciously aimed at tarnishing his image. Despite ABC News denying any wrongdoing and maintaining their defense of the freedom of the press, the decision … Read more