YouTube Agrees to $24.5 Million Settlement in Trump Lawsuit
Source: Exclusive | YouTube to Pay $24.5 Million to Settle Lawsuit Brought by Trump (2025-09-29)
YouTube has agreed to pay $24.5 million to settle a lawsuit brought by former President Donald Trump, who accused the platform of censoring his content and violating his First Amendment rights. The settlement resolves claims that YouTube's moderation policies unfairly targeted Trump and his supporters, especially around the time of the January 6 Capitol riot. The case highlighted ongoing debates over content moderation and free speech on social media platforms. YouTube stated that the settlement does not constitute an admission of wrongdoing and emphasized its commitment to enforcing community guidelines fairly. The agreement aims to settle the dispute without further litigation, allowing YouTube to continue refining its policies while addressing concerns raised by the lawsuit.