Right-wing Sting Operation Project Veritas Sues Founder James O’Keefe for Misusing Donor Funds and Starting Competing Group
- Project Veritas is suing James O'Keefe for violating his employment contract and using company resources to launch a competing media organization.
- O'Keefe allegedly bullied employees, spent lavishly using company funds, and used confidential donor lists to woo supporters to his new group.
- O'Keefe claimed he was "removed" from Project Veritas but the organization says he resigned amid allegations of misconduct.
- Project Veritas alleges O'Keefe spent $150,000 on luxury car services and $10,000 on a helicopter flight using company money.
- O'Keefe launched O'Keefe Media Group, a rival to Project Veritas, while still working for and being paid by Project Veritas, the lawsuit claims.