Trump's $10 billion defamation suit: US judge rejects BBC's stay plea; trial set for February 2027

A U.S. judge has dismissed a request from the BBC to stay proceedings in former President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the broadcaster. The case stems from the BBC's editing of Trump's speech delivered on January 6, 2021, during which he urged his supporters to 'march' on the Capitol and to 'fight like hell.' Trump alleges that the edited footage misrepresents his statements and has caused him significant harm. The trial is now scheduled for February 2027, highlighting the lengthy process ahead for both parties. This lawsuit is part of Trump's broader strategy to challenge media narratives he perceives as damaging, emphasizing the ongoing tensions between public figures and media organizations. As the case develops, it could have implications for how media outlets report on political figures and the legal standards for defamation in the United States.