Quote:But we already have laws against libel. He wants to open up libel laws to increase lawsuits, that's not a good thing. Libel should be a serious offense.


You should not be able to claim libel just because you disagree with an opinion or an analysis.


Based on my understanding, saying you want to open up libel laws means he wants to go after more than just lying about someone. It's a slippery slope, in my opinion

 

That's not what I'm saying.  I have not heard his exact comment but he's probably talking about public figures being fair game when it comes to libel or slander.  That is one way MSM deceives people. They can print or broadcast false information to try to sway the public or push an agenda without repercussion because public figures have very little to no protection.

 

It's really no different than liberals wanting to prosecute pastors in churches for "hate speech".  So I don't see any reason to panic.  I dont 100% agree with Trump here but I think he's talking specifically about FALSE information.  Not criticism.

 

Yes, freedom of the press should not be infringed, but what about the current state of MSM these days?  It's obviously run by scum of the Earth with their own agendas.  It's not at all about presenting real facts or NEWS.

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