One of the defenses against libel is [[truth]]. In the United States, truth is an absolute defense meaning that until the statements are proven false, the litigation will be concluded in the favor of the defense. Furthermore, the statement must be presented as a fact. In some cases, also extends to if the person making the statement has a reasonable belief that the statements being made are true. | One of the defenses against libel is [[truth]]. In the United States, truth is an absolute defense meaning that until the statements are proven false, the litigation will be concluded in the favor of the defense. Furthermore, the statement must be presented as a fact. In some cases, also extends to if the person making the statement has a reasonable belief that the statements being made are true. |