Chicago Sun-Times seeks dismissal of defamation lawsuit over Trump Tower property tax appeal reporting, citing Illinois Citizen Participation Act.

The Chicago Sun-Times is seeking dismissal of a defamation lawsuit by Mauro Glorioso, former chair of the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board. The suit pertains to the newspaper's reporting on Glorioso's alleged involvement in a property tax appeal for Trump Tower. The Sun-Times argues for dismissal under the Illinois Citizen Participation Act, which protects against lawsuits that suppress public engagement in government. The case will test the law's boundaries.

September 25, 2024
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