YouTube to pay $24.5m to settle Trump lawsuit over Capitol riot

YouTube has agreed to pay $24.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by former US President Donald Trump. The lawsuit was related to YouTube's decision to suspend Trump's account following the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. The settlement marks the end of a legal battle between Trump and the streaming platform. YouTube, along with several other social media companies, had suspended Trump's account in the aftermath of the Capitol attack, citing concerns over the potential for further violence. The $24.5 million settlement is the largest payout from a tech company to Trump in the wake of the Capitol riot. It is seen as a significant financial blow to the former president, who has been engaged in multiple legal battles since leaving office. The settlement is also a reflection of the complex legal and regulatory landscape surrounding social media platforms and their content moderation policies, particularly when it comes to high-profile political figures.