Summary
Smartmatic is actively pursuing legal action against Fox Corp and Fox News for defamation related to false claims about the company’s voting technology during the 2020 presidential election. The firm alleges that these networks participated in a disinformation campaign that damaged its reputation and business.
Following a series of settlements with other media outlets, including Newsmax and One America News, Smartmatic is set to take its case against Fox to trial next year. The company has emphasized its commitment to holding media organizations accountable for spreading misinformation, particularly as it seeks redress for the alleged harm caused by false allegations linking Smartmatic to election rigging and political figures such as George Soros and Hugo Chavez. Smartmatic’s legal strategy reflects a broader trend of media accountability in the wake of the 2020 election, with significant settlements already impacting the landscape of conservative media coverage.
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