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Trump's Defamation Case with Central Park Five Continues

7/8/2025

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Trump Faces Defamation Lawsuit

President Trump is embroiled in a defamation lawsuit filed by the exonerated Central Park Five after a federal judge dismissed his motion to have it thrown out. The men allege Trump made false claims during a debate with Kamala Harris. Trump's attorney argues the lawsuit lacks merit, insisting his statements were true reflections of his views from 1989.

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Trump Refiles Lawsuit

President Trump is reigniting his legal battle against the Des Moines Register, refiling his lawsuit in state court after a federal judge halted his previous efforts. The suit, launched in December 2024, claims election interference from a poll favoring Kamala Harris. His legal team is under scrutiny for their strategic timing in this contentious case.

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Trump Faces Defamation Lawsuit

President Trump is embroiled in a defamation lawsuit filed by the exonerated Central Park Five after a federal judge dismissed his motion to have it thrown out. The men allege Trump made false claims during a debate with Kamala Harris. Trump's attorney argues the lawsuit lacks merit, insisting his statements were true reflections of his views from 1989.

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