The Supreme Court recently dismissed Steve Wynn's petition to revisit the 1964 ruling in New York Times v. Sullivan, which protects the press from libel suits in cases of good-faith criticism of public figures. Wynn's challenge followed an accusation of sexual misconduct by the Associated Press, claiming that the Sullivan standard denied him a jury trial. The dismissal comes amid an environment of heightened scrutiny around media criticism and suggests a potential shift in conservatism on the Court, as justices like Thomas and Gorsuch have hinted at a desire to revisit this important precedent.
The lawsuit by Steve Wynn to overturn New York Times v. Sullivan and threats to libel laws reflect a significant moment in the relationship between media and public figures.
Justice Clarence Thomas' call to reconsider the Sullivan decision, alongside Justice Gorsuch's remarks, indicates a possible shifting conservative perspective on media liability.
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