Judge Orders Alex Jones To Pay More Than $100,000 In Defamation Case

Judge Orders Alex Jones To Pay More Than $100,000 In Defamation Case

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Alex Jones is ordered to pay over $100,000 in legal fees in a defamation case filed by Neil Heslin, father of a Sandy Hook victim. The lawsuit claims Jones falsely accused Heslin of lying about his son's death. Judge Scott Jenkins ruled against Jones, citing contempt of court for ignoring orders. Jones's motion to dismiss the lawsuit was denied, and his lawyer plans to appeal, arguing the fees are excessive.

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How did the judge's ruling affect Alex Jones's legal situation?

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What did Thomas Wade Jeffries say about the attorney fees awarded to Heslin?

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