Trump's Legal Offensive Against Media Raises Press Freedom Concerns

President-elect Trump sues major news outlets, sparking fears of a chilling effect on journalism.

Donald Trump has filed lawsuits against The New York Times CBS News, Penguin Random House, and others, alleging defamation and bias.
Trump's legal team demands $10 billion in damages, claiming the media has falsely portrayed him and damaged his reputation.
The lawsuits target specific articles and a book critical of Trump's financial history and leadership style.
Media organizations, including The New York Times and CBS News, have dismissed the lawsuits as meritless and stand by their reporting.
Critics warn that these legal actions could intimidate journalists and threaten press freedom, echoing tactics used in repressive regimes.