This podcast episode delves into the defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems against Fox News, examining claims of false and defamatory statements aired by Fox alleging election fraud in the 2020 election. The suit hinges on the legal standard of "actual malice," requiring Dominion to prove that Fox knowingly broadcast false information or had a reckless disregard for the truth. The upcoming trial features evidence from Fox's internal communications indicating skepticism among hosts and executives about the fraud claims, while Fox argues that these comments were taken out of context and protected by the First Amendment. The outcome of this case will have a significant impact on the coverage of conspiracy theories in the media.
