1/13 – The BBC has filed a motion in a federal court in Florida to dismiss a $10 billion defamation lawsuit that former U.S. President Donald Trump brought against the British broadcaster. Trump sued the BBC over its Panorama documentary, alleging that an edited version of his January 6, 2021 speech misleadingly made it appear he urged supporters to “fight like hell,” and that this harmed his reputation and violated Florida’s deceptive trade practices law. The BBC has apologized for the misleading edit but denies it defamed President Trump, arguing the Florida court lacks personal jurisdiction and that Trump can’t show actual harm, noting he was re-elected despite the broadcast. The broadcaster is also seeking to stay discovery while the dismissal motion is considered; if the case survives, a trial could occur in 2027.