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The Onion seeks to lease Alex Jones's Infowars
The Onion has initiated a new effort to take control of Infowars, aiming to transform it into a parody platform. This follows a legal ruling affecting the ownership of the site. (sources: pbs, bbc, ap, blockclubchicago, npr)
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The Onion plans to license Infowars from Alex Jones's company, which is facing liquidation. The proposal has received support from lawyers representing families affected by Jones's statements.
- The Onion aims to turn Infowars into a parody website.
- A lawyer for the Sandy Hook families has expressed support for The Onion's plan.
- The proposal involves licensing the site as Jones's company faces financial challenges.
Why it matters
This development highlights ongoing legal and financial issues surrounding Infowars and its impact on public discourse.
No specific legislation identified for action yet.
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