Proud Boys losing control of their name to a Black church
The Proud Boys lost control over their name and trademark following a court ruling that bars them from using their name or symbols without the consent of a Black church they vandalized. The church won a $2.8 million judgment against the Proud Boys for their violent actions in December 2020.
Key Points
- Court ruling strips Proud Boys of control over their name and symbols
- Black church granted authority over the trademark
- Proud Boys attacked the church in December 2020 leading to legal action
Pros
- Justice served to the Proud Boys for their violent actions
- Church granted control over trademark to prevent further misuse
Cons
- Potential backlash or resistance from Proud Boys members