US judge dismisses Trump’s $10bn lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein story
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What Happened
US District Judge Darrin Gayles dismissed President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and owner Rupert Murdoch over a story regarding Trump's ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The judge ruled Trump failed to meet the "actual malice" standard required for public figures in defamation cases. The WSJ had contacted Trump for comment and published his denial, allowing readers to form independent conclusions. Trump may file an amended lawsuit by April 27.
Key Entities
Donald TrumpWall Street JournalRupert MurdochJudge Darrin GaylesJeffrey EpsteinUS District CourtNews Corp