U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that he considers it his duty to sue the British broadcaster BBC for editing his speech, LETA reports citing AFP.
However, Trump has not yet stated whether he actually intends to do so.
Editing the president's speech created the impression that Trump was directly calling for violence shortly before the Capitol was stormed by his supporters on January 6, 2021. The original version of the speech did not contain such a call.
On Monday, the BBC apologized for editing Trump's speech. This also led to the resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie and News Editor Deborah Turness.
Trump's lawyers threatened on Monday to file a lawsuit against the BBC, demanding $1 billion in damages, according to a letter obtained by AFP.
In an interview with Fox News, Trump was asked if he plans to sue the BBC. Trump replied that he probably should.
"I believe it is my duty," Trump stated, but did not confirm whether he has initiated official legal proceedings against the BBC for defamation.
"They deceived the public, and they admitted it," the president added.
Trump noted that the United Kingdom is one of the largest allies of the United States and that a significant portion of the BBC is owned by the government of that country.
