The Onion's rejected purchase of Infowars in an auction bid supported by families of the Sandy Hook Elementary shooting dealt them a new setback Wednesday and clouded the future of Alex Jones' conspiracy theory platform, which is now poised to remain in his control for at least the near future. What's next for Infowars and Sandy Hook families' long-sought efforts to hold Jones accountable over calling one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history a hoax was unclear, after a federal judge in Houston late Tuesday rejected The Onion's winning bid for the site . U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez in Houston said he did not want another auction but offered no roadmap over how to proceed. One possibility includes ultimately allowing Sandy Hook families — who comprise most of Jones' creditors — to return to state courts in Connecticut and Texas to collect on the nearly $1.5 billion in defamation and emotional distress lawsuit judgments that Jones was ordered to pay them. “Our hope is that when this process ends, and it will end, and it will end sooner rather than later, is that all assets that Alex Jones has available are paid to the families, and that includes Infowars, and that as a result of that process Alex Jones is deprived of the ownership and control of the platform that he’s used to hurt so many people,” Christopher Mattei, an attorney for the Sandy Hook families, said in a phone interview Wednesday. The families, meanwhile, were preparing the mark the 12th anniversary of the Dec. 14 shooting. Why was The Onion bid rejected? The sale of Infowars is part of Jones’ personal bankruptcy case , which he filed in late 2022 after he was ordered to pay the $1.5 billion. Jones was sued for repeatedly saying on his show that the 2012 massacre of 20 first graders and six educators was staged by crisis actors to spur more gun control. Lopez said there was a lack of transparency in the bidding process and too much confusion about The Onion's bid. He also said the amount of money offered in the only two bids was too low and there needed to be more effort to try to raise as much money possible from the selling of Infowars' assets. The Onion's parent company, Global Tetrahedron, submitted a $1.75 million cash offer with plans to kick Jones out and relaunch Infowars in January as a parody . The bid also included a deal with many of the Sandy Hook families for them to forgo $750,000 of their auction proceeds and give it to other creditors. Lopez called it a complex arrangement that led to different interpretations of the bid's actual value as well as last-minute changes to a proposed sale order. The other bidder was First United American Companies, which runs a website in Jones’ name that sells nutritional supplements and planned to let Jones stay on the Infowars platforms. It offered $3.5 million in cash and later, with Jones, alleged fraud and collusion in the bidding process. Lopez rejected the allegations, saying that while mistakes were made there was no wrongdoing. Christopher Murray, the trustee who oversaw the auction, said he picked The Onion and its deal with the Sandy Hook families because it would have provided more money to Jones' other creditors. What happens next? The next steps remained unclear Wednesday. The judge directed Murray to come up with a new plan to move forward. Murray and representatives of The Onion did not immediately return messages seeking comment. The judge said there was a possibility there could be a trial in 2025 to settle Jones' bankruptcy. He said Murray could try to sell the equity in Infowars' parent company. He also said Murray could abandon the efforts, which could allow the Sandy Hook families to return to the state courts where they won their lawsuits against Jones and begin collection proceedings against him. The judge said he wanted to hear back from Murray and others involved in the bankruptcy within 30 days on a plan to move forward. Mattei, who represented the Sandy Hook families in the Connecticut lawsuit, said everyone is waiting to see what plan the trustee comes up with. Jones, meanwhile, continued to allege fraud and collusion on his show Wednesday and threatened legal action over what he called an attempted “rigged auction.” On the social media platform X, he called the judge's ruling a “Major Victory For Freedom Of The Press & Due Process." “I don’t want to have to go after these people, lawsuit-wise, but we have to because if you don’t then you’re aiding and abetting and they do it to other people. They made some big mistakes," he said. Sandy Hook families to mark shooting anniversary It's a solemn and heartbreaking week for relatives of victims of the Sandy Hook shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. The 12th anniversary is Saturday, and some of the victims' relatives were traveling to Washington, D.C., to attend the annual National Vigil for All Victims of Gun Violence on Wednesday evening. The families usually mark the anniversary out of the public eye. Many of the families said their lawsuits against Jones bought back the unbearable pain of losing their loved ones, as well as the trauma of being harassed and threatened by believers of Jones' hoax conspiracy. Relatives said they have been confronted in public by hoax believers and received death and rape threats. Robbie Parker, whose 6-year-old daughter Emilie was killed, testified at the Connecticut lawsuit trial in 2022 that the decade of abuse his family suffered made them move across the country to Washington state, and even there he was accosted in person. The families have not received any money from Jones since winning the trials. Jones has been appealing the $1.5 billion in judgments, and has since conceded that the shooting did happen. Last week, a Connecticut appeals court upheld most of the judgment in that state but reduced it by $150 million. ___ Associated Press writer Juan A. Lozano in Houston contributed to this report. Dave Collins, The Associated Press
Helpers pose with Santa during the Dec. 7 holiday event at the Forster Memorial Building in Strong. Left to right: Mary Lecours, Lynne Hall, Meika Haines, Patti Chadbourne, Eva Boyd, Mary Ayotte, Marcel Lecours, Mathis Lecours, and Santa Aaron Marden. Submitted Photo STRONG — The town of Strong came alive with festive cheer on Dec. 7, as residents and visitors enjoyed a full day of holiday activities. The annual Festival of Trees and Treats, a community potluck, a Christmas fair, and a holiday play at Day Mountain Regional Middle School highlighted the day’s events. The Festival of Trees and Treats at the Forster Memorial Building on Main Street drew crowds throughout the day with a variety of attractions. Attendees stocked up on homemade sweet and savory treats such as pies, cookies, bread, rolls, beans, and chili at the bake sale. Shoppers browsed donation tables featuring unique new and used items perfect for holiday gifts. Beautifully decorated trees added to the festive atmosphere, and raffle prizes, including a ton of pellets donated by Lignetics, handcrafted Afghans, and gift certificates, delighted participants. Children wrote letters to Santa and mailed them onsite while families took photos with festive backdrops. At 4 p.m., visitors gathered for carols and hot cocoa as they awaited the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Santa arrived on a town fire engine, accompanied by Mrs. Claus and the elves, and lit the town tree to delighted onlookers. “It was a great day of activities, culminating with Santa arriving via our town’s fire engine along with Mrs. Claus and the elves,” said event organizer Mary Ayotte. “I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of the Strong Festival of Trees and Treats committee, to give a heartfelt thank you,” Ayotte wrote in a Facebook post after the event. “To our wonderful community for showing up and making our event a success, we hope you had some fun and had a good time, cause we had a blast putting it on.” Earlier in the day, the Strong United Methodist Church hosted its Christmas fair and bake sale at the Parish Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors explored handmade crafts, toys, art, crocheted items, and baked goods. A potluck takeout meal was also available, with proceeds going toward community assistance programs. A variety of handmade crafts, baked goods, and holiday items are displayed at the United Methodist Church Christmas Fair on Dec. 7 in Strong. Rebecca Richard/Franklin Journal The Women’s Group of the Strong United Methodist Church, which has served the community for over 100 years, organized the event. Funds raised will help local residents with heating and other essential needs. The day concluded with a free performance of “Willy Wonka Jr.” at 6 p.m. at Day Mountain Regional Middle School. The family-friendly production was a festive way to cap off a day of holiday celebration. Strong’s holiday festivities offered something for everyone, from delicious baked goods and handmade crafts to family-friendly activities and performances. The festive glow of beautifully lit trees sparkles through the windows of the Forster Memorial Building during the holiday event Dec. 7 in Strong. 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DK Metcalf is happy to block as Seahawks ride streak into Sunday night matchup with PackersXTEP Debuts the 1st Mono Store in Malaysia with 160X Collection and Thousands of Local Runners Join XTEP Running Club 12-11-2024 08:56 PM CET | Associations & Organizations Press release from: ABNewswire PuchongMalaysia - XTEP, a leading global sports brand, is proud to announce the grand opening of its first store in Malaysia, located at the IOI Shopping Mall in Puchong. The event, which took place on November 17, was attended by distinguished guests from XTEP, the Malaysian Chamber of Commerce, and the newly formed XTEP Running Club (XRC) Malaysia, marking a significant milestone for the brand. The opening day drew over 500 consumers, highlighting the strong appeal of the XTEP brand in the Malaysian market. XTEP also organized a variety of gifts and interactive activities, ensuring that everyone could not only experience the joy and lively atmosphere of the event but also enjoy the spirit of sports. Image: https://ecdn6.globalso.com/upload/p/1048/image_other/2024-11/1-1.png Image: https://ecdn6.globalso.com/upload/p/1048/image_other/2024-11/2-1.png A key highlight of the opening was the official launch of the XTEP Running Club (XRC) in Malaysia, designed to inspire more people to embrace running. Thousands of local runners have joined the club. With pre-registrations already surpassing 2,000, this not only reflects the trust in the XTEP brand and products but also underscores the widespread passion for sports and health among Malaysians. As part of the opening event, XTEP also invited three key opinion leaders (KOLs) and 15 elite runners to the new store and shared the brand and the significance of its X logo. XTEP's entry into the Malaysian market was driven by the strong demand among local consumers for high-value sports products. In response, XTEP launched several competitive products, with the 160X standing out for its exceptional performance, making it the top choice for elite runners. Local champion runners praised the 160X collection, and it has quickly become a bestseller, even selling out on the first day. This success clearly demonstrates the market's strong recognition for the product. Image: https://ecdn6.globalso.com/upload/p/1048/image_other/2024-11/3-1.png Image: https://ecdn6.globalso.com/upload/p/1048/image_other/2024-11/4-1.png XTEP's success in the running shoe sector is supported by substantial investments in its technology research center. The recent introduction of the groundbreaking Golden Carbon Plate technology has set a new industry standard, enhancing XTEP's leadership in the running shoe market and significantly improving the running experience. As XTEP's brand influence continues to grow, the company plans to expand its presence in the Malaysian market with a broader product lineup. Committed to innovation, XTEP aims to launch more cutting-edge products and organize various running events to promote a healthy lifestyle, embodying the spirit of "Run the World, Step With XTEP." For more information, please visit XTEP's Malaysian Facebook [ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565880107260&mibextid=LQQJ4d ] page. About XTEP XTEP Group, one of the leading sports brands in China, was founded in 1987 and officially established as the brand XTEP in 2001. The Group was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on June 3, 2008 (01368.hk). In 2019, the Group started its internationalization strategy, incorporating Saucony, Merrell, K-SWISS, and Palladium to become a leading international sports group with multiple sports brands. Source: XTEP Media Contact Company Name: Xtep Group Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=xtep-debuts-the-1st-mono-store-in-malaysia-with-160x-collection-and-thousands-of-local-runners-join-xtep-running-club ] Country: China Website: https://en.xtep.com/ This release was published on openPR.