They needed to say something even though they shouldn’t really have to in response to the Orange God Emperor’s latest frivolous bullshit lawsuit on Tuesday, so the New York Times kept it short and sweet with “This lawsuit has no merit. It lacks any legitimate legal claims and instead is an attempt to stifle and discourage independent reporting. The New York Times will not be deterred by intimidation tactics. We will continue to pursue the facts without fear or favor and stand up for journalists’ First Amendment right to ask questions on behalf of the American people.”