[E. Pluribus Unum]

Public figure. They can tell any lies they want about you.

[jyo19]

Now we know why he wouldn’t get out of the race despite being 86.

[WASCWatch]

Public figure. They can tell any lies they want about you.

That is not true about public figures. Arpiao doesn't have a case because he is a political figure where even malicious lies are protected.

Public figures need to prove malicious intent or blatant disregard as to the truth of what they say.