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News in English (USA) / 21.10.2024 / 23:00

Central Park Five Members Sue Trump for Defamation Over Debate Comments

Members of the exonerated Central Park Five have filed a defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump following his remarks during a presidential debate. The lawsuit claims that Trump made false and defamatory statements about the 1989 case in which they were wrongfully convicted. The plaintiffs allege that his comments resurrected decades of lies about their involvement in the crime, harming their reputations and causing emotional distress. This legal action adds to a series of lawsuits targeting Trump over his controversial remarks regarding the case.
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