Why is Trump suing the New York Times?

President Donald Trump is seen on the South Lawn of the White House on September 14, 2025. | Francis Chung/Politico/Bloomberg via Getty Images This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: President Donald Trump is suing the New York Times for defamation, demanding $15 billion in damages as part of his latest attack on the free press.  What does the lawsuit say? Trump alleges that three New York Times articles published in 2024