Alex Jones will have to sell off his gun collection and other personal assets to pay Sandy Hook victims’ families
A bankruptcy judge in Texas has directed Alex Jones, the controversial right-wing conspiracy theorist, to start liquidating his personal assets amidst a legal battle with the families of Sandy Hook victims. The ruling comes as part of the ongoing defamation case against Jones, who owes the families a staggering $1.5 billion for spreading false claims about the 2012 shooting massacre.
Jones, known for his media platform Infowars, repeatedly promoted conspiracy theories alleging that the Sandy Hook tragedy was a hoax. This led to years of anguish for the families who lost loved ones in the horrific incident. Now, Texas Bankruptcy Court Judge Christopher Lopez has taken a step toward justice by ordering Jones to begin selling off assets, including his gun collection, cryogenic chamber, and Texas ranch.
While the final decision on the fate of Infowars and its parent company, Free Speech Systems, is pending, the judge's order signifies progress in holding Jones accountable for his actions. The families had urged the court to initiate asset liquidation after concerns arose about Jones' intentions to fulfill the court-ordered payment.
Jones and his media company filed for bankruptcy in 2022 following significant legal losses to the victims' families. Despite ongoing sales of dietary supplements and other products, Jones' financial situation has necessitated the liquidation of assets to meet the substantial judgment against him.
The families also seek control over Jones' social media accounts, including his reinstated account on X (formerly Twitter), to prevent further dissemination of misinformation. This legal battle underscores the determination of the families to seek justice and accountability in the face of relentless defamation and harm caused by Jones' actions.
