**Unjust Attack on Trump Continues as Defamation Case Moves Forward**
In an unprecedented move that many view as another example of politically motivated persecution, President-elect Donald Trump is set to face off against ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos in depositions regarding a defamation lawsuit next week.
Trump's legal battle stems from statements made by Stephanopoulos during a March 10 interview, in which he erroneously stated that a jury found Trump "liable for rape." This claim, which has been widely circulated in mainstream media, is not only misleading but demonstrates a blatant disregard for the nuances of legal terminology. While a jury did conclude that Trump was liable for sexual abuse under New York law, they specifically did not find him liable for rape—a critical distinction that Stephanopoulos chose to ignore.
The case has now advanced after a U.S. Magistrate Judge ruled that both Trump and Stephanopoulos must sit for depositions that could last up to four hours each. Trump will give his testimony in person in Florida, while Stephanopoulos may appear remotely.
This suit is not an isolated incident; it falls in line with a pattern of legal actions Trump has initiated against media organizations that have engaged in what he describes as deliberate misinformation and character assassination. Notably, Trump is also pursuing a $10 billion lawsuit against CBS News for allegedly editing a "60 Minutes" interview to paint Vice President Kamala Harris in a more favorable light.
The pursuit of this defamation case will likely provide an opportunity for Trump to expose the double standards employed by news outlets that seem intent on undermining his reputation while shielding other high-profile individuals from similar scrutiny.
Amid these legal skirmishes, the negative portrayals of Trump by mainstream media figures like Stephanopoulos do not seem to deter the support he continues to enjoy among his base. Instead, they reinforce the belief that Trump is a victim of an ongoing witch hunt, one driven by an establishment unwilling to accept the will of the American people.
As this case unfolds, it underscores the challenges that Trump and his supporters face in fighting against a tide of misinformation. Many are hopeful that justice will prevail, allowing for the truth—alongside Trump’s resilience—to emerge unscathed from these turbulent legal waters.
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