George Santos Files Lawsuit Against Jimmy Kimmel Over Cameo Videos
The former congressman alleges copyright infringement and seeks significant damages for videos used in ridicule on late-night TV.
- Former Rep. George Santos has filed a lawsuit against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, ABC, and Disney, alleging copyright infringement and other violations related to Cameo videos.
- Santos accuses Kimmel of using fake identities to request personalized videos on Cameo, which were then broadcasted on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' for ridicule.
- The lawsuit seeks at least $750,000 in damages and injunctions to prevent further copyright infringement.
- Santos's legal action comes after his expulsion from Congress and amid negotiations for a plea deal for 23 federal charges.
- The case raises questions about copyright, consent, and the use of digital platforms for satire in the intersection of media and politics.