The factual backstory (just a snippet), as summarized in the Post's notice of removal to federal court:
In its Complaint, Plaintiff asserts a claim for defamation and a claim for conspiracy to defame against the Post. Compl. at ¶¶ 21-32. Plaintiff operates a social media platform called "Truth Social." Id. at ¶1. Plaintiff alleges that on May 13, 2023, the Post published an article allegedly reporting that plaintiff arranged an $8 million loan from a Caribbean bank associated with servicing the adult entertainment industry. Id. at ¶¶11-12. Plaintiff asserts causes of action for defamation and conspiracy. Plaintiff alleges compensatory damages of at least $2,780,000.00 and punitive damages of at least $1,000,000.00.
(You can also see the full Complaint.) The orders today from Judge Thomas Barber:
