Infowars may soon welcome a new owner, following a recent announcement by The Onion, a satirical news outlet. The acquisition deal with Global Tetrahedron, based in Chicago, marks a significant development in the ongoing saga of Infowars, which has faced numerous legal challenges in recent years.
The Announcement and Key Figures
The initial news broke through journalist Pablo Torre, with confirmation from The Onion’s CEO, Ben Collins. In a message on Bluesky, Collins stated, “With the help of the Sandy Hook families, The Onion has reached a long-awaited deal to take over InfoWars.”
- CEO: Ben Collins
- New Creative Director: Tim Heidecker
- Bankruptcy Receiver: Gregory S. Milligan
- Judge: Maya Guerra Gamble
Details of the Acquisition
This acquisition is The Onion’s second attempt to purchase Infowars. Previous efforts faltered when a bankruptcy judge rejected the bid, questioning its true value compared to offers from allies of Infowars founder Alex Jones. A new statement from Global Tetrahedron’s fictitious owner claimed, “Today I can finally say the sweetest nine or 10 words in the English language: Global Tetrahedron has completed its plan to control InfoWars.”
Legal Context
The backdrop to this acquisition is a series of legal disputes surrounding Alex Jones, who has faced lawsuits stemming from his comments about the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy. The lawsuits claimed defamation due to his assertions that the shootings were staged. Jones defaulted on multiple lawsuits after failing to engage fully in legal procedures.
Future of Infowars
In light of these developments, Jones has indicated potential plans if Infowars ceases to operate. During a recent broadcast, he hinted at launching a new platform called the Alex Jones Network, which would mirror Infowars content. He also promotes products from the Alex Jones Store as part of ongoing fundraising efforts.
- New website: Alex Jones Network
- Current sale: Last-stand super sale on Infowars products
As this situation unfolds, Jones continues to assert his resilience. He remarked, “Rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated,” reflecting his determination to remain a vocal figure in the media landscape.
Ben Collins from The Onion has not yet responded to requests for further comment. This story is still developing, and updates will follow as new information emerges.
