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CNN defamation trial over Afghanistan report kicks off in Florida
A private security consultant accuses the network of naming him in a story that claimed some private contractors were charging Afghans thousands for assistance fleeing from the country.
Who is Zachary Young? Navy Veteran Involved in CNN Defamation Trial
Zachary Young, a U.S. Navy veteran and former U.S. government operative, is accusing CNN of defamation in a case that is currently on trial in Florida. Defamation trials are rare in the U.S. due to constitutional protections for the press, which make proving libel difficult.
Navy Veteran’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Ratings-Challenged CNN Kicks Off in Florida
The rare defamation trial against a media company comes as CNN is looking to slash spending as its ratings plunge.
Media on Trial: CNN Faces Defamation Lawsuit
CNN is in a Florida trial accused of defaming Navy veteran Zachary Young. Young argues CNN's coverage labeled him as involved in a 'black market,' damaging his business. The case highlights media accountability amidst low public trust,
CNN on Trial for Defamation as Network Execs Forced to Take the Stand
In December, Donald Trump settled his lawsuit against ABC News for $15 million after the station had broadcast claims that Trump had raped, rather than sexually assaulted, E. Jean Carroll. Carroll had sued Trump for defamation for $88.3 for sexual assault and defamation.
Jury set for CNN defamation trial after multiple candidates expressed disdain for network: 'Not a fan of CNN'
Legal teams representing CNN and the U.S. Navy veteran suing the network for defamation wrapped up jury selection on Monday in Bay County, Florida.
A Florida jury will decide if CNN defamed security contractor
A Navy veteran sued CNN, claiming that it falsely accused him of taking advantage of Afghans during the 2021 U.S. withdrawal.
Navy Veteran Charges CNN With Defamation: Lawsuit Explained
Navy veteran, Zachary Young, has accused CNN of libel stemming from a report about his role in helping evacuate people from Afghanistan during the United States' withdrawal in 2021. Here's what to know.
CNN Lawsuit: Stunning Details Emerge About Concerns Over Journalism
A case involving CNN will be keenly watched by media organizations to assess the limits of the first amendment's free speech protections.
CIA-trained Navy veteran details ‘very devastating’ impact CNN segment had on his life: ‘Labeled a criminal’
Zachary Young testified on Tuesday that the CNN segment at the heart of his defamation lawsuit against the network had "an ...
CNN defamation trial comes at a rough time for legacy media — and for the struggling network
CNN is on trial for libel this week before a jury in Florida, and it comes at a particularly inopportune time for legacy ...
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The Navy veteran Zachary Young who's suing CNN for defamation said on the witness stand that CNN ignored facts he told the.
CNN heads to court for high-stakes defamation trial about Afghanistan segment
U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young alleges that CNN smeared him by implying he illegally profited when helping people flee ...