Trump files $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times

US President Donald Trump announced on September 16, 2025, that he is filing a $15 billion defamation and libel lawsuit against The New York Times. In his statement, Trump described the newspaper as one of the "worst and most degenerate" in the history of the United States, claiming it serves as a "mouthpiece" for the Radical Left Democrat Party. He characterized the lawsuit as the "single largest illegal Campaign contribution, EVER."

This legal action adds to Trump"s ongoing disputes with media outlets. The lawsuit highlights his continued criticism of what he perceives as biased reporting against him and his administration. As previously reported, Trump has threatened to withhold federal funds from New York following political endorsements that he disagrees with, indicating a pattern of confrontational relations with state officials and media.

The outcome of this lawsuit could have significant implications for media practices and political discourse in the United States.