Alex Jones Takes The Stand In Connecticut Defamation Trial

Alex Jones Takes The Stand In Connecticut Defamation Trial

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Alex Jones testified in a Waterbury, CT court regarding his comments on the Sandy Hook tragedy. The judge frequently dismissed the jury to address disputes. Jones faced questions about his company's finances and derogatory remarks. The trial is his second defamation case in recent months, following a Texas jury awarding $50 million to a Sandy Hook victim's family. The case highlights the impact of Jones' false claims on the victims' families.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the judge's action during the courtroom proceedings involving Alex Jones?

The judge praised both sides.

The judge dismissed the jury multiple times.

The judge postponed the trial.

The judge ignored the disputes.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Alex Jones claim about the FBI during his testimony?

He claimed the FBI was uninvolved.

He claimed the FBI supported him.

He claimed the FBI was part of a deep state situation.

He claimed the FBI was neutral.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the attorney question Alex Jones about during the trial?

His personal life.

His company's finances and derogatory comments.

His political views.

His previous legal cases.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the legal actions against Alex Jones in November 2021?

A default judgment was entered against him.

He was fined.

The case was dismissed.

He was acquitted.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much was awarded to the family of Jesse Lewis in a separate defamation case?

$25 million

$10 million

$50 million

$100 million