The Onion buys Alex Jones' site Infowars at auction

The Onion buys Alex Jones' site Infowars at auction

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Journalism, Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

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The Onion has acquired Alex Jones's Infowars platform, a move approved by the families of Sandy Hook victims, to whom Jones owes over $1 billion in defamation judgments. The Onion's first advertiser on Infowars will be Every Town for Gun Safety. Infowars, founded in 1999, has been known for its controversial content. The acquisition is seen as a satirical full-circle moment, with The Onion bringing its unique approach to the platform. The move is seen as a way to bring some balance and peace to the affected families.

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