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Trump Slams NY Times, Calls Health Reports 'Seditious'

12/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly condemns The New York Times for its health reporting, calling it seditious and perhaps treasonous.
In a Truth Social post, he defends his vigor and says he has passed multiple medical exams.
The Times responds by stressing the need for transparency about the health of elected leaders.
Trump faces a $15 billion defamation lawsuit from The New York Times over prior coverage.

History

Historical Context

The publication of the Pentagon Papers by The New York Times on June 13, 1971, exposed government deception about the Vietnam War, revealing that U.S. administrations had misled the public and Congress. This landmark event sparked significant legal battles over press freedom, culminating in the Supreme Court's ruling that upheld the Times' right to publish, reinforcing journalism's vital role in democracy and accountability.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly condemns The New York Times for its health reporting, calling it seditious and perhaps treasonous.
In a Truth Social post, he defends his vigor and says he has passed multiple medical exams.
The Times responds by stressing the need for transparency about the health of elected leaders.
Trump faces a $15 billion defamation lawsuit from The New York Times over prior coverage.

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