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Melania Trump lawsuit against author Michael Wolff dismissed

May 23, 2026

Summary

A federal judge dismissed author Michael Wolff's lawsuit against first lady Melania Trump, ruling that his attempt to prevent her from suing him for defamation was "abusively presented spat." The judge found Wolff's efforts to be "contorted."

How coverage differs

  • Center: Judge dismisses Michael Wolff's ‘abusively presented spat’ against Melania Trump Center outlets report on the federal judge's dismissal of Michael Wolff's lawsuit against Melania Trump, highlighting the judge's characterization of the case as an "abusively presented spat." They focus on the legal outcome and the judge's strong language regarding Wolff's attempt to prevent Trump from suing him.
  • Right: Judge rejects author's “contorted” attempt to block First Lady's lawsuit Right-leaning outlets portray the judge's dismissal of Michael Wolff's lawsuit as a victory for Melania Trump, highlighting how the court rejected his attempt to silence her. They emphasize the vindication of the former First Lady against what they frame as a baseless legal maneuver by the author.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • 'Abusively presented spat': Judge dismisses author Michael Wolff's suit against Melania Trump

Right

  • Judge throws out author Michael Wolff's lawsuit against Melania Trump

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