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Nevada Supreme Court Dismisses Steve Wynn's Defamation Lawsuit Against AP

The court ruled Wynn failed to show clear evidence of malice in the AP's reporting on sexual misconduct allegations.

  • The unanimous decision cited Nevada's anti-SLAPP law, designed to protect free speech and public participation.
  • Wynn's lawsuit stemmed from a 2018 AP story about two women alleging sexual misconduct.
  • The court emphasized the public's interest in understanding allegations against prominent figures.
  • Legal experts say the ruling raises the bar for public figures to sue for defamation.
  • Wynn has consistently denied the allegations and stepped down from his company following their publication.
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