Judge Rules CNN Defamed Navy Veteran Over Afghanistan Reporting

CNN is ordered to disclose financial records as part of a defamation lawsuit brought by Zachary Young, following a ruling that he did not act illegally.

• Zachary Young, a U.S. Navy veteran, has sued CNN for defamation, claiming the network falsely portrayed him as an illegal profiteer during Afghanistan's 2021 evacuation.
• A judge ruled that CNN's reporting falsely implied Young operated in a black market and did not uncover any illegal activities by him.
• The court has mandated CNN to produce financial documents dating back to 2021, to assess potential damages and the network's market position.
• The legal dispute centers around a segment aired on CNN's 'The Lead with Jake Tapper,' which accused Young of charging exorbitant fees to evacuate Afghans.
• A civil trial is scheduled to begin on January 6, 2025, in Bay County, Florida, to further address the defamation claims.

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