Why is Trump suing the BBC?
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Donald Trump is suing the BBC for $10 billion, alleging that the broadcaster's Panorama program misleadingly edited his 2021 Capitol riot speech to falsely suggest he incited violence. Trump claims the BBC used AI to alter his words. The BBC apologized for the editing but denies legal liability. The lawsuit includes defamation and deceptive trade practices claims.
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Trump sues BBC over misleading video editing of speech
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- Trump sues BBC for misleading video edit in Panorama program
- Trump seeks $10 billion total for defamation and unfair trade practices 11s
- BBC admits video gave mistaken impression but rejects lawsuit basis 19s
- BBC director general and head of news resigned over controversy 1m 4s
- Trump has recently filed other defamation lawsuits against media outlets 1m 11s
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1 day agoTrump sues BBC for $10 billion over edited Capitol riot speech
Donald Trump filed a defamation suit against the BBC, alleging it edited his 2021 Capitol riot speech to make it appear he incited unrest, and claims the broadcaster used AI to alter his words. He seeks $10 billion in damages.