Alex Jones, the controversial conspiracy theorist, was seen in tears as his media company, Infowars, faces a court-ordered auction. This comes after a $1.5 billion judgment against him for spreading false claims about the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting. Jones repeatedly called the tragic shooting a hoax, falsely claiming it was staged by “crisis actors.”
Infowars’ assets, including its website, social media accounts, and trademarks, will be sold off in November. Studio equipment and other items will follow in a later auction. These sales aim to help pay compensation to the families of the victims.
Jones spoke on his show about the upcoming auction. He admitted that the company’s assets would be sold and hinted that some buyers might want to continue Infowars’ operations. However, he became emotional during the broadcast, reflecting on the “hard fight” he has faced. The clip of his breakdown has gone viral across social media.
A Step Towards Justice for Sandy Hook Families
For the families of Sandy Hook victims, this auction represents a significant step towards justice. Christopher Mattei, the lawyer representing several families, expressed relief over the court’s decision. “Alex Jones will no longer own or control the company he built,” Mattei said. “This brings the families closer to holding him accountable for the harm he has caused.”
Jones’ false claims caused years of harassment and distress for the Sandy Hook families. For almost a decade, Jones pushed the narrative that the mass shooting was staged by the government to promote gun control. The families suffered ongoing threats and abuse from Jones’ followers, which led to the lawsuits and the eventual $1.5 billion ruling against him.
Infowars’ Fate Uncertain
Despite the legal rulings against him, Jones has vowed to continue fighting. He hinted that Infowars could survive under new ownership, though it remains unclear who might be interested in purchasing the controversial brand. Jones also acknowledged the challenges of trying to maintain control of the company’s future.
The auction is set to begin in November, offering the public a chance to bid on the platform’s assets. Whether Infowars will continue in some form under new ownership remains to be seen.
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