Judge dismisses former Mississippi Governor’s defamation lawsuit against news outlet
“Suing news organizations just because you don’t like their reporting is a crude intimidation tactic that can drain resources and discourage critical coverage.”
“Suing news organizations just because you don’t like their reporting is a crude intimidation tactic that can drain resources and discourage critical coverage.”
‘We will vigorously defend this case and ensure the people of Mississippi that the press will not be intimidated.’
The lawsuit claims Mississippi Today slandered Phil Bryant by misrepresenting his role in the welfare fund scandal.