Alex Jones Ordered To Pay $965 Million For Sandy Hook Lies

Alex Jones Ordered To Pay $965 Million For Sandy Hook Lies

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The transcript discusses a court case where $965 million was awarded to 15 plaintiffs, including families of Sandy Hook victims. Robbie Parker, who lost his daughter, was awarded $120 million due to defamation by Alex Jones and Infowars. The plaintiffs aimed to hold Jones accountable for spreading harmful lies. Despite the verdict, Jones plans to appeal and has declared bankruptcy, raising questions about his ability to pay the damages.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total amount awarded to the plaintiffs in the Sandy Hook defamation case?

$750 million

$500 million

$1 billion

$965 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Robbie Parker, and why was he significant in the defamation case?

A lawyer representing the families

A parent who lost his daughter in the Sandy Hook shooting

A judge presiding over the case

A journalist covering the trial

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason Robbie Parker joined the defamation lawsuit?

To seek financial compensation

To gain media attention

To support other families

To hold Alex Jones accountable for false claims

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Alex Jones and his attorneys plan to do following the verdict?

Negotiate a settlement

Ignore the court's decision

Accept the verdict and pay the damages

Appeal the verdict

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial challenge does Alex Jones face as a result of the verdict?

He must cut costs in his business

He has to sell his company

He needs to raise funds through donations

He declared bankruptcy