Alexis Wilkins, girlfriend of FBI Director Kash Patel, is suing former FBI agent Kyle Seraphin for defamation. The lawsuit alleges Seraphin falsely claimed Wilkins, a country singer, is a foreign agent involved in a “honeypot” operation. Seraphin, a conservative podcaster, made these accusations on his show, claiming Wilkins was manipulating Patel. Wilkins is seeking at least $5 million in damages for the alleged defamatory statements.
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Newsmax has agreed to a $67 million settlement in a defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion Voting Systems, following similar settlements by Fox News Channel and Smartmatic. The court had previously ruled that Newsmax defamed Dominion by spreading false information about its voting equipment. This settlement was reached before a trial could take place, which was revealed in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Internal communications from Newsmax demonstrated that the network knew the claims of election fraud were baseless, yet it continued to air them.
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Alex Jones is facing the imminent loss of his Infowars studio and brand due to a $1.3 billion defamation case brought by the families of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victims. A Texas judge has ordered Infowars’ assets be turned over to a state receiver who will sell them to pay the families. This action comes after Jones spread false conspiracies about the shooting. The families hope to see payouts in the coming weeks or months, potentially with The Onion purchasing the Infowars name and property.
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Melania Trump has issued a $1 billion legal notice to Hunter Biden, alleging defamation due to his statements in a video interview. Biden claimed that Jeffrey Epstein introduced Melania to Donald Trump and that their connection was wide and deep. The first lady’s lawyer demanded a retraction and public apology by August 7, or face legal action, citing overwhelming financial and reputational harm. According to Fox News, Biden did not comply with the deadline, and further legal action is expected.
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In a recent ruling, a federal bankruptcy judge denied anti-government activist Ammon Bundy the ability to discharge a $52 million civil judgment through bankruptcy. The judge sided with St. Luke’s Health System, determining that Bundy’s actions in defaming the hospital network were “willful and malicious,” a key factor preventing debt discharge. This decision stems from Bundy’s 2022 claims that St. Luke’s was involved in child trafficking, accusations that led to the original defamation lawsuit and a default judgment against him. The court cited Bundy’s failure to engage in the initial Idaho trial as a factor in the ruling, effectively upholding the original judgment and preventing him from avoiding accountability through bankruptcy.
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Trump Media CEO Nunes loses defamation lawsuit over Rachel Maddow show, and it’s hard not to feel a sense of…well, satisfaction, to be frank. The news seems to have been greeted with a collective sigh of relief, as if the universe had finally righted itself. This isn’t just about a legal loss; it’s a symbolic one. It’s a resounding “nope” to the relentless pursuit of silencing voices through lawsuits, a tactic that, frankly, has become a bit tiresome. The core of the matter? Nunes, the CEO of Trump Media, sued Rachel Maddow over a segment.
Devin Nunes is claiming Maddow knowingly lied about something regarding him.… Continue reading
Trump asks for swift deposition of Murdoch in Epstein defamation case, and the whole thing feels like a tangled web of political maneuvering, accusations, and the inevitable drama surrounding Donald Trump. It’s hard to ignore the irony here – a man who seems to attract controversy like a magnet is now trying to quickly depose Rupert Murdoch, a media titan, in a case tied to the notorious Jeffrey Epstein. The request for a swift deposition, citing Murdoch’s age, is a strategic move, and it’s hard not to see it as a calculated attempt to gain an advantage.
Given the complexities of the situation, it’s clear Trump’s involvement with Epstein is a hot topic.… Continue reading
In a defamation case, MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell was ordered to pay $2.3 million to Eric Coomer, a former Dominion Voting Systems employee. The lawsuit stemmed from Lindell’s false accusations that Coomer helped rig the 2020 election. During the trial, Lindell maintained his claims of election fraud, which led to the jury’s decision. Lindell has vowed to appeal the verdict and stated he is in debt as a result.
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In a recent development, a federal appeals court in New York has affirmed the civil jury verdict against former President Donald Trump. The court upheld the decision that found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll, and which ordered him to pay $5 million in damages. The three-judge panel’s unanimous ruling stated Trump had not proven any errors from the district court that would warrant a new trial. This decision stems from the May 2023 verdict issued by a jury in Manhattan federal court.
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Following a rally in Iowa, President Trump stated he was unaware that some view the term “Shylock” as antisemitic. Trump used the word during the rally to criticize amoral money lenders, referencing the character from Shakespeare’s “The Merchant of Venice.” The Anti-Defamation League condemned Trump’s use of the term, citing its association with antisemitic tropes about Jews and greed. Several figures, including Rep. Daniel Goldman and Amy Spitalnick, have condemned Trump’s use of the word, describing it as blatant antisemitism.
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