Trump’s Lawsuit Over Poll: Thin-Skinned Tantrum or Valid Claim?
‘Your poll made Trump mad’ is not a valid basis for a lawsuit. That’s the simple truth, no matter how much the former president might wish otherwise. The core issue isn’t about hurt feelings; it’s about establishing legal harm. A lawsuit requires demonstrating actual damage, and simply upsetting a powerful figure, even one known for thin skin, doesn’t meet that threshold. The legal system exists to address tangible harms, not bruised egos.
The fact that Trump won the election further underscores the pointlessness of such a lawsuit. If his victory wasn’t affected by a particular poll, there’s no demonstrable harm to claim.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood