Alex Jones, the controversial figure behind Infowars, celebrated what he called a victory on the same day a Houston judge ruled to liquidate his assets.
In the days leading up to the ruling, Jones had been vocal about his belief that the government was trying to shut down Infowars. He even became emotional, speaking about the tough battle he faced against accusations of criminal behavior. By 2022, Jones is required to pay nearly $1.5 billion to families affected by the Sandy Hook tragedy, after claiming the 2012 school shooting in Connecticut was a hoax.
During a conversation on Infowars on Friday, Jones praised the Texas judge for allowing his broadcast to continue, describing the decision as “fair and reasonable.” He expressed relief that the immediate threat of closure and asset liquidation for his company had been averted.
Jones, known for his conspiracy theories, alleged that there is a concerted effort to censor him and remove him from the airwaves. He attributed this effort to the “deep state” and suggested he was being targeted as a precursor to similar actions against former President Donald Trump.
Despite claiming a victory for Infowars, Jones plans to appeal the ruling that mandates the sale and liquidation of his assets, valued at less than $5 million. Jones recently converted to Chapter 7 bankruptcy and now faces losing all his possessions except for his $2 million home in Austin.
It remains uncertain what will happen to Infowars moving forward and how Sandy Hook families can collect the substantial sum owed by Jones. Free Speech Systems, the parent company of Infowars, is now dealing with its financial obligations in state court, raising the possibility of closure or sale due to Jones’ debts.
In a bid to gather support, Jones has encouraged his followers to purchase his products and back him up. Fans can also show their support by sending tips to Jones through his social media accounts.
Resolute in his stance, Jones views the legal proceedings against him as an attempt to silence him politically, drawing parallels to Trump’s legal battles. He maintains that any negative coverage about him in the media, especially regarding his comments on Sandy Hook, is far from the truth.