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Georgia Election Workers Reach Settlement with Gateway Pundit over Defamation Claims

Georgia election workers have successfully reached a settlement in their defamation lawsuit against the far-right website Gateway Pundit. This legal battle stemmed from false claims made about the workers regarding ballot fraud during the 2020 elections. The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding misinformation and the impact it has had on election officials. Notably, the Gateway Pundit acknowledged that an inquiry had cleared the workers of any wrongdoing. The resolution of this lawsuit marks a significant victory for the Georgia election workers against the conservative platform.
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