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U.S. President Trump delivers remarks at Custer Farms in Chippewa Falls

Iowa Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against Des Moines Register and Pollster

The judge said that allowing the lawsuit and its “faulty” claims to proceed could have a chilling effect that “can discourage others from reporting on and debating public affairs.”

Former U.S. President Trump attends a press conference, in New York

Trump Sues Des Moines Register, Pollster for ‘Election Interference’ After Pre-Election Poll

The Register’s parent Gannett Co. on Tuesday dismissed the lawsuit as meritless and said it would vigorously defend its First Amendment rights.