it's because of the case that's impending
i.e. seditious libel
they printed the story leaked through a professor 'friend' of James Comey, originating on a memo written by Comey himself (wrap around smear 'tactic')
knowingly
This triggered the appointment of the 'special council' crook Mueller
It's seditious libel
Lying to overthrow the County and displace the President.
I doubt their insurance covers that.
It's a criminal treason charge.