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Donald Trump, Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump photo illustration
CHANGE THE CHANNEL

How a British News Brand Called Trump’s Billion Dollar Bluff

The BBC won’t hand over a penny without a fight—and now it’s demanding a look at Trump’s family finances.

Tom Latchem

FBI Director Kash Patel holds a press conference to discuss Tren de Aragua developments at the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 1, 2026.
KASH OUT

Judge Tosses Keystone Kash’s ‘Incompetent Chud’ Lawsuit

Patel filed the lawsuit in 2023 after a blogger accused him of trying to overthrow the government.

Ewan Palmer

Kevin O'Leary, a Canadian-born businessman, makes a habit of defending Trump.
HE'S OUT

‘Shark Tank’ Star and Fox Sued Over Wild Conspiracy Claims

The celebrity investor’s outrageous claims have put both him and Fox News in a tough spot.

Vic Verbalaitis

Tyra Banks attends the Fashion Trust Arabia 2025 Awards Ceremony at the National Museum of Qatar on November 22, 2025 in Doha, Qatar.
COURT BATTLE

Tyra Banks Sues Netflix for Defamation

The model alleges the producers created a “false narrative.”

Wiktoria Gucia

John Oliver poses with the awards for Best Scripted Variety Series and Best Writing for a Variety Series
‘FEIGNED OUTRAGE’

John Oliver Defeats Defamation Suit After Damning Takedown

The “Last Week Tonight” host extends his unbroken streak of judicial victories.

Owen Mason-Hill

The UFC Belt lies on the table as U.S. President Donald Trump holds an event with UFC fighters in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 6, 2026. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper
GOVERNMENT BAILOUT

Trump’s DOJ Plots to Bail Him Out of $83 Million Lawsuit

The DOJ announced that it will intervene on Trump’s behalf before the Supreme Court.

Erkki Forster

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Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel attends a press conference held by Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche at the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 21, 2026.
NOT HAPPENING

Judge Tosses Out Keystone Kash’s Defamation Lawsuit

“His lawsuit must be dismissed,” the judge wrote.

Cameron Adams

Patel
HIT PIECE OR HOME RUN?

Keystone Kash Outs Himself While Suing Atlantic for ‘Lies’

The FBI director is contradicting himself in court.

Laura Esposito

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: Alexia Nepola and Todd Nepola attend "Griselda" Miami Premiere - After Party at Casadonna on January 23, 2024 in Miami, Florida.
MIAMI VICE

‘RHOM’ Star’s Ex Sues Bravo for $10 Million Over Defamation

Todd Nepola claims his “name and likeness” was used without his consent, causing harm to his business reputation.

Georgina DiNardo

Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and Ray J.
KARDASHIAN KASE

Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner Sue Ray J for Defamation

The lawsuit comes after Ray J claimed there was a federal investigation into the Kardashians’ “worse than Diddy.”

Georgina DiNardo

Altadena, CA - February 11: Governor Gavin Newsom attends a press conference at Odyssey Charter School as work begins to remove debris from the Eaton Fire in Altadena, CA. (Juliana Yamada / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
TRUTH WILL OUT

‘Weaponizing Lies’: Newsom Blasts Fox Amid Defamation Suit

The California governor has had enough of the Murdoch-owned network misleading the American people.

Will Neal

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