Could get ugly for the network, and I’ll bet Jake Tapper is devastated to learn most folks have no idea who he is:
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Plaintiff Zachary Young is suing CNN in a Florida court for $1 billion in damages, accusing the network and anchor Jake Tapper of falsely portraying him as an "illegal profiteer" during America’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. Young, a Navy veteran, says CNN damaged his reputation and destroyed his contracting company, Nemex Enterprises, in November 2021 by airing false and defamatory claims about his efforts to get Afghans out of the country as the Taliban took control.
Young’s lead attorney, Devin Freedman, asked prospective jurors during the selection process if they would balk at a $1 billion payout if evidence supports it. Only one expressed hesitation. A potential juror who previously worked for an ABC News affiliate said they "absolutely" would be willing to use a punitive damages judgment to send a message to CNN and other news outlets.
Only one potential juror admitted to "regularly" watching CNN, and only 2 out of roughly 40, or 5 percent, knew who Tapper was. Another said he couldn’t be impartial because he believes "media outlets think they can say whatever they want" and then "pretend to be the victim when they’re called on it." At least six raised their hands when Freedman asked if they believe CNN creates fake news.”
Jake Tapper Never Apologized for 'Devastating' Report That Falsely Accused Navy Vet of Operating in 'Black Market,' Testimony Reveals
CNN anchor Jake Tapper never apologized for airing a "devastating" report that falsely portrayed Navy veteran Zachary Young as an "illegal profiteer" operating in a "black market" during America's chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan, Young testified Tuesday.
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