Missouri won a $24 billion judgment against China in a coronavirus lawsuit after accusing the Chinese Communist Party of hoarding protective supplies during the pandemic. The ruling is the largest in Missouri's history.
Key Points
Missouri won a $24 billion judgment against China for hoarding protective supplies during the pandemic
The ruling is six times larger than Missouri's previous largest judgment
Defendants include various Chinese government entities and organizations
Court found evidence satisfactory to establish liability against the defendants
Pros
Landmark victory for Missouri and the United States in holding China accountable