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Delaware Judge Rules Newsmax Defamed Dominion in 2020 Election Coverage
Delaware Superior Court Judge Eric M. Davis has ruled that Newsmax broadcast false and defamatory claims about Dominion Voting Systems following the 2020 election. Dominion presented “clear and convincing evidence” that Newsmax segments were misleading and damaging. The judge noted that Newsmax had acknowledged the falsity of several of its claims in a December 2020 clarification. The defamation case, set to go to trial on April 28, could result in substantial damages if the jury finds the broadcasts were made with “actual malice.” The ruling follows a similar lawsuit against Fox News that ended in a $787.5 million settlement. Newsmax, which recently went public, is also facing a $40 million settlement deadline in a separate defamation case with Smartmatic. Read More (NPR Rating)
Study Explores Who Prefers Impartial News — And Who Doesn’t
A global study published in the International Journal of Communication has found that although most people claim to prefer impartial news, groups including the politically engaged, young people, women, and those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are more likely to favor ideologically aligned content. The research, based on survey data from 40 countries, highlights that people’s preferences are often influenced by their societal standing and access to media representation. In the U.S., liberals expressed the highest support for impartiality in abstract terms, while conservatives showed strong preferences for partisan news. Read More (Nieman Lab Rating)
Trump Orders DOJ to Investigate Former Officials Who Criticized Him
President Trump signed memos directing the Department of Justice to investigate two former administration officials — Miles Taylor and Chris Krebs — for actions taken during his first term. Taylor, known for his anonymous op-ed against Trump, is accused of “egregious behavior,” while Krebs, who defended the integrity of the 2020 election, is also under scrutiny. The orders revoke their security clearances and are part of a broader pattern of Trump targeting critics, including Anthony Fauci, Mark Esper, and John Bolton. The moves have raised concerns over political retribution and the use of DOJ powers against former officials. Read More (The Hill Rating)
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