Former U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a staggering $10 billion lawsuit against the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), accusing the global media giant of deliberately editing his speech in a documentary to misrepresent his views.

In the suit, Trump claims the BBC’s documentary selectively cut and rearranged his words in a way he says damaged his reputation and misled millions of viewers worldwide. His legal team argues that the alleged manipulation crossed the line from journalism into defamation, warranting one of the largest media-related lawsuits in recent history.

The legal battle is already drawing global attention, with media analysts describing it as a high-stakes clash between a former U.S. president and one of the world’s most influential broadcasters. The case also reignites long-running debates over media ethics, editorial freedom, and the fine line between storytelling and distortion.

While the BBC has yet to issue a detailed response, the lawsuit sets the stage for a courtroom showdown that could reshape how documentaries handle political speech—and redefine accountability in global media.