Settlement of Defamation Lawsuit between Smartmatic and One America News
Voting technology company Smartmatic and One America News settle defamation lawsuit over lies about 2020 election. OAN has spread false claims about Smartmatic's role in the election. Smartmatic still has pending lawsuits against Fox News, Newsmax, and pro-Trump figures. OAN faces separate defamation lawsuit from Dominion over 2020 election lies.
Key Points
- Settlement of defamation lawsuit between Smartmatic and One America News over false claims about the 2020 election
- Smartmatic alleges that OAN spread lies to increase viewership and revenue
- OAN faces separate defamation lawsuit from Dominion over 2020 election lies
- DirecTV dropped One America News from its lineup in 2022
- Smartmatic still has pending lawsuits against Fox News, Newsmax, and pro-Trump figures
Pros
- Resolution of the lawsuit may lead to more responsible reporting by One America News
- Brings attention to the spread of misinformation and its consequences
Cons
- Details of the confidential settlement remain undisclosed
- Ongoing lawsuits indicate continued legal battles and potential financial losses for One America News