Read the Newsmax ruling.

Dominion sued Newsmax for $1.6 billion in 2021.

According to a regulatory filing tied to its IPO, Newsmaxagreed to pay$40 million.

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In 2023, Fox News reached a settlement with Dominion for $787.5 million, avoiding a trial.

Davis presided over those proceedings as well.

Newsmax argued that Powell was referencing a whistleblower affidavit and concerns that had previously been raised by Senate Democrats.

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Newsmax also contended that what Kelly said was protected opinion.

In a statement, Newsmax said that they covered both sides of the 2020 election dispute fairly.

At no time did it defame Dominion.