Gateway Pundit Files for Bankruptcy Amid Defamation Lawsuits
The far-right website seeks Chapter 11 protection to manage litigation and consolidate defamation cases, not admitting fault.
- The Gateway Pundit has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to multiple defamation lawsuits stemming from its false 2020 election claims.
- Founder Jim Hoft cites 'progressive liberal lawfare attacks' as the reason for the bankruptcy, aiming to consolidate cases for resolution.
- Despite the legal challenges, The Gateway Pundit vows to continue publishing, maintaining its role in far-right media.
- Election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss won a significant defamation case against Rudy Giuliani, which has impacted other figures like Jim Hoft.
- The bankruptcy filing allows The Gateway Pundit to pause ongoing lawsuits and potentially reorganize its debts.