Tue, December 17, 2024

Donald Trump Sues Ann Selzer And The Des Moines Register

Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit against Ann Selzer, a prominent pollster, and The Des Moines Register, alleging defamation due to a poll they conducted which suggested that his support among Iowa Republicans had significantly declined. The poll, released ahead of the Iowa caucuses, indicated a drop in Trump's lead, which his campaign claims was manipulated to damage his reputation and electoral prospects. The lawsuit contends that the methodology of the poll was flawed, potentially skewing the results to favor other candidates. Trump's legal team is seeking damages and a retraction of the poll's findings, arguing that the publication of such results constitutes "reckless disregard for the truth." This legal action underscores the contentious nature of political polling and its impact on candidate perception during election cycles.

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