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BBC Moves to Dismiss Trump’s $10 Billion Suit Over Panorama Edit Citing Lack of U.S. Broadcast

A two-week trial would proceed in February 2027 only if the judge rejects the motion.

BBC logo outside the BBC Broadcasting House, in London, Britain, December 16, 2025. REUTERS/Isabel Infantes/File Photo
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The BBC says a Florida court where a case is set to be heard does not have jurisdiction over it. (EPA PHOTO)

Overview

  • The BBC formally challenged the Florida court’s jurisdiction, stating the documentary never aired in the U.S. on iPlayer, online, BritBox or BBC Select.
  • In its filing, the broadcaster argued President Trump cannot plausibly show reputational harm and that the 12-second clip did not clearly intend to create a false impression.
  • Trump’s lawsuit seeks $5 billion for defamation and $5 billion under Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act, alleging the edit made his Jan. 6 remarks appear to urge supporters to walk to the Capitol and fight like hell while omitting language about marching peacefully.
  • The BBC previously apologized for the edit, removed the program from distribution and said it would not be rebroadcast, and the controversy preceded the departures of the director general and the head of news.
  • Separately, the BBC declined to disclose legal defense costs in response to a Freedom of Information request, citing concerns about active litigation.