In a surprising twist, The Onion, a satirical news publication, secured the purchase of Alex Jones’ Infowars at a bankruptcy auction. This acquisition, which comes with support from the families of Sandy Hook victims, puts an end to Jones' infamous platform, which has peddled conspiracy theories for years. Jones, who owes over $1 billion in defamation damages for falsely claiming the Sandy Hook massacre was a hoax, faces yet another blow with the sale.
Infowars' Assets Now Under The Onion's Control
The Onion, known for its biting humor and parody, acquired Infowars' website, social media accounts, trademarks, and its Austin, Texas-based studio. The purchase also includes a video archive, but the sales price has not been disclosed. This deal gives The Onion control over a platform that has long spread misinformation and conspiracy theories.
The Onion’s Satirical Approach to Justice
The Onion’s move was supported by some Sandy Hook families, including Robbie Parker, whose daughter was killed in the 2012 shooting. Parker, in a statement, expressed that the end of Infowars represents long-awaited justice. The Onion confirmed the purchase through a satirical post, humorously suggesting that the acquisition was a bargain.
Future Plans for the Infowars Website
Ben Collins, CEO of The Onion’s parent company, Global Tetrahedron, shared plans to relaunch Infowars' website in January with a new focus on satire aimed at conspiracy theorists and right-wing personalities. Additionally, the site will feature educational content on gun violence prevention. Collins emphasized that the acquisition was a bold comedic decision, supported by the Sandy Hook families, to prevent Jones from continuing his harmful influence.
Jones’ Defiance and Legal Challenges
Despite the sale, Jones remained defiant, pledging to challenge the auction results in court. On his live broadcast, he vowed to continue his show from a new location. The bankruptcy trustee has named a backup bidder, First United American Companies, in case the sale to The Onion is contested further.
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