Why is Trump suing the BBC? How a controversial edit sparked a $10 billion lawsuit

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"US president Donald Trump's $10 billion dollar lawsuit against the BBC will go to trial in February 2027, a Florida judge has ordered. The move to allow the trial to go ahead came after a judge rejected the BBC's application to delay the process of discovery in the case, where each side provides the other with documents and evidence. The broadcaster previously apologised but refused to offer compensation to Trump over a controversial Panorama documentary,"

The Independent covers major issues including reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech while emphasizing on-the-ground reporting. Donations fund journalists to interview both sides and maintain free access by avoiding paywalls, relying on voluntary support. A Florida judge has ordered that Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC proceed to trial in February 2027 after rejecting a bid to delay discovery. The lawsuit concerns a Panorama episode accused of misleadingly editing a January 6, 2021 speech to suggest incitement, which prompted BBC apologies and the resignations of senior executives and a board member.

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