The Brief A Florida federal judge dismissed Donald Trump's $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. The Times called the lawsuit meritless, while Trump’s legal team said they will revise and resubmit the complaint according to court instructions. A Florida federal judge on Friday tossed out a $15 billion defamation and libel lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump against The New York Times. The New York Times building is seen on September 16, 2025 in New York City. Trump's legal team plans to continue the lawsuit "in accordance with the judge’s direction on logistics," spokesperson Aaron Harison said.