Donald Trump Files $10 Billion Lawsuit Against BBC Over Edited Capitol Riot Speech

Dec 16, 2025 10:40 am CST

President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC, alleging the broadcaster intentionally edited his January 6, 2021 speech in a documentary aired before the 2024 election. The lawsuit claims defamation and violation of Florida trade practices, with Trump asserting the BBC deliberately manipulated his words to influence the election outcome. The controversy has already led to high-profile resignations at the British broadcaster.