Gavin Newsom Sues Fox News
Analysis based on 23 articles · First reported Jun 27, 2025 · Last updated Jun 28, 2025
The lawsuit by Gavin Newsom against Fox News for $787 million, mirroring the Dominion Voting Systems settlement, could significantly impact Fox News's stock price and reputation, potentially leading to substantial legal costs or another large payout. This event highlights the financial risks media companies face regarding defamation claims and the importance of journalistic ethics, which could influence investor confidence in the media industry.
United States — California Governor Gavin Newsom has filed a $787 million defamation lawsuit against Fox News in United States — Delaware, alleging the network, particularly through host Jesse Watters, deliberately misrepresented a phone call between Newsom and then-President Donald Trump. The lawsuit claims Fox News edited video clips and made false statements to portray Newsom as a liar regarding the timeline of their conversation, which occurred during protests in United States — Los Angeles and before Trump's deployment of the United States — National Guard (United States). Newsom asserts that Fox News acted with 'actual malice' to protect Donald Trump and smear a political opponent. The damages sought are identical to the amount Fox News paid to settle a previous defamation lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems. Fox News has dismissed the lawsuit as a 'frivolous publicity stunt' and vowed to defend itself vigorously. Newsom has stated he would drop the lawsuit if Fox News issued a retraction and Jesse Watters apologized on-air.
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