
BBC seeks dismissal of Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit over edited January 6 speech
The BBC is seeking dismissal of Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit over alleged defamation, arguing a Florida court lacks jurisdiction and Trump cannot show actual damage. Trump claims the BBC misleadingly edited his January 6 speech, omitting calls for peaceful protest and suggesting he incited the Capitol riot. The BBC has apologized for the editing but maintains Trump cannot prove "actual malice" or specific damages, and has requested a pause in the discovery process while the dismissal motion is considered.