Fox News and Dominion defamation trial delayed ahead of opening arguments
Publishing timestamp: 2023-04-18 10:00:01
Summary
The trial in Dominion Voting Systems' defamation lawsuit against Fox News was delayed before opening arguments. The case accuses Fox of spreading false claims about the 2020 election. The trial is expected to last up to six weeks and includes well-known media figures as witnesses. The judge appointed a special master to investigate if Fox complied with discovery obligations. The case has generated significant media attention and could have an impact on Fox's reputation and bottom line.
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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/04/18/fox-dominion-trial-defamation-case-opening-statements.html