Verdict and Testimonies
A jury found The New York Times did not libel Sarah Palin over a 2017 editorial, concluding after a brief deliberation that the correction made by the Times was sufficient.
Palin claimed the editorial led to increased death threats and a damaged reputation, while the Times, through former editorial page editor James Bennet, admitted the error and corrected it swiftly.
Legal Arguments and Outcomes
Palin's attorney argued for defamation, suggesting Bennet acted with "reckless disregard" for the truth, while the Times' defense highlighted the mistake's honesty and the importance placed on accuracy.
Despite former Judge Jed S. Rakoff's rejection of Palin's claims, the case was restored by the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, leading to the jury's verdict against Palin.