Federal judge allows Trump’s $10bn defamation lawsuit against BBC to proceed

A federal judge allowed Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit against the BBC to proceed, rejecting part of the broadcaster's dismissal motion. The lawsuit, worth $10 billion, relates to a Panorama documentary that allegedly misrepresented Trump's comments before the January 6 Capitol riot. The judge noted that the editing of Trump's statements could imply actual malice, as it combined comments made 55 minutes apart. The BBC acknowledged the ruling but expressed surprise, maintaining confidence in their position. Trump celebrated the decision as a significant victory, although he must still prove actual damages at trial. Additionally, the judge dismissed Trump's claim under Florida's trade practices law and mandated a deposition by December 11.