A jury in Florida ordered CNN to pay $5 million for defaming a private security contractor, Zachary Young, regarding accusations related to illegal activities in Afghanistan.
Public opinion has turned sharply against news organizations, just as financial constraints on the industry's business model have made it tougher to fend off suits.
Despite the robust First Amendment protections, plaintiffs in defamation cases face the challenge of proving that a news outlet knew the information was false.
CNN expressed pride in its journalists and commitment to fair reporting, while also acknowledging the valuable lessons that can be drawn from the case.
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