The New York Times has dismissed a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump, calling it baseless and an attempt to silence independent journalism. The newspaper states it will continue reporting freely, defending the First Amendment rights of journalists. This response came on September 17, 2025, after Trump’s legal action aimed at restricting the Times’ reporting.
- Lawsuit lacks legitimate legal claims
- Accuses lawsuit of attempting to silence reporting
- The New York Times refuses to be intimidated
- Commitment to pursuing facts and journalism rights
On September 17, 2025, The New York Times responded to a lawsuit from President Trump, calling it meritless. The paper said the suit lacks legal grounds and seeks to intimidate reporters. The Times emphasized it will keep pursuing facts without fear, defending its right to question public officials. This development highlights ongoing tensions between Trump and the press, with the newspaper standing firm against legal threats to press freedom.
- The New York Times dismisses the lawsuit as without merit and designed to intimidate journalists.
- The newspaper affirms its commitment to reporting freely and defending First Amendment rights.
- The lawsuit was filed by President Trump on September 17, 2025, aiming to restrict coverage.
- This case underscores ongoing conflicts between Trump and the media over press freedom.
The case may influence future legal battles over press rights and government accountability. The Times’s stance signals its resolve to continue independent reporting despite legal threats.
Readers should monitor how this legal dispute develops and its impact on press freedom and accountability.
