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Fox News Faces $2.7 Billion Defamation Suit by Smartmatic Over 2020 Election Claims
Fox News will face trial in Smartmatic’s $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit, following a New York appellate court’s decision to allow the case to proceed. Smartmatic alleges that Fox spread false claims about its involvement in election fraud during the 2020 presidential race. This follows Fox’s $787.5 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems in a similar case. Key Fox personalities, including Maria Bartiromo and the late Lou Dobbs, aired unsubstantiated allegations against Smartmatic, which the company says damaged its business. Fox argues that the lawsuit is an attack on First Amendment rights and disputes Smartmatic’s damages claims. (Read More) (NPR Rating)
Meta Dismantles DEI Programs Amid Policy Shifts
Meta is eliminating its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) team and associated programs, citing a changing legal landscape influenced by recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings. The company will end initiatives like the “Diverse Slate Approach” and supplier diversity efforts, focusing instead on broader sourcing strategies. Republicans, including Rep. Mike Collins and Rep. Virginia Foxx, praised the move as a rejection of “divisive” DEI policies. Critics argue that Meta’s decision, coupled with other recent policy changes, aligns the company with conservative agendas ahead of Trump’s anticipated second term. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)
NBC Analyst Chuck Todd to Depart Network in 2025
Chuck Todd, NBC’s chief political analyst and former Meet the Press host, plans to leave the network when his contract expires this year. Todd, who hosted the program for nine years before stepping down in 2023, is reportedly exploring opportunities outside NBC, including roles in digital and broadcast media. His departure follows prior criticism of NBC leadership, including the decision to hire and later cut ties with former RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel as an analyst. (Read More) (Washington Examiner Rating)
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