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2024 - 11 - 14

In a Shocking Twist, The Onion Buys Infowars—And It's Like a Satirical Dream Come True!

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Guess who just bought Infowars? The Onion! Yup, you read that right. Alex Jones is now part of a hilarious new show on conspiracy theories!

In an uproarious turn of events that we never saw coming, satirical news juggernaut The Onion has successfully snagged Alex Jones' Infowars at a bankruptcy auction. Yes, you read that correctly! The iconic satirical site, known for its hilarious takes on current events, plans to flip Infowars into an over-the-top parody, lacing it with humor that pokes fun at the infamous theories surrounding health and internet personalities! Imagine the memes, the skits, and the endless possibilities for comedic gold that await this unexpected merger of outrageous ideas!

For those who might’ve started taking their conspiracy theories a tad too seriously, this acquisition comes shortly after Alex Jones filed for bankruptcy following a massive $1.5 billion defamation suit loss to the families of Sandy Hook Elementary. With his infamous reputation swirling in a cloud of chaos, Jones' bid to challenge the bankruptcy sale in court only adds to the comedic drama. The Onion’s acquisition is not just a stroke of genius; it’s a masterpiece waiting to be unleashed upon an audience starved for laughter amid the never-ending circus of misinformation.

But wait, there’s more! While Jones is seething at this unexpected plot twist in his already tumultuous saga, The Onion’s plans for Infowars are all about turning the tables. They intend to embrace and exaggerate what makes Infowars such a controversial yet captivating entity, changing the narrative from worrisome conspiracy to side-splitting satire. The blend of actual facts twisted in hilarious scenarios created by The Onion will surely be something to behold. Who knew that satire could become the perfect antidote to questionable theories?

As we brace ourselves for this quirky rebranding, did you know that The Onion is no newcomer to turning serious news into laughs? It’s been crafting satirical takes on real events since 1988! Meanwhile, Alex Jones is just one of many public figures whose outlandish statements have catapulted them into an accidental realm of internet folklore. This latest acquisition can only mean one thing: laughter is coming back into the conversation, and we might all be in for a good chuckle!

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The Onion wins auction for Alex Jones' media company (NPR)

The sale must be approved by a bankruptcy judge. Proceeds will go to paying down the $1.5 billion debt that Jones owes families of Sandy Hook Elementary ...

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Satirical news site The Onion buys Alex Jones' Infowars at auction (PBS NewsHour)

The sale price was not immediately disclosed. Jones said on social media that he planned to challenge the sale in court.

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The Onion Buys Alex Jones's Infowars Out of Bankruptcy (The New York Times)

The satirical news site planned to turn Infowars into a parody of itself, mocking “weird internet personalities” who peddle conspiracy theories and health ...

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The Onion buys Alex Jones's Infowars at auction (BBC News)

Conspiracy theorist Jones filed for bankruptcy after victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting won a defamation case against him.

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Satire news site The Onion buys Alex Jones' Infowars at auction with ... (KFSN-TV)

The satirical news publication The Onion, with help from Sandy Hook Families, won the bidding for Alex Jones' Infowars at a bankruptcy auction.

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'The Onion' Just Bought Infowars -- and Alex Jones Is Pissed (Rolling Stone)

The Onion has acquired Alex Jones' Infowars after a judge ordered his assets be auctioned off, and the conspiracy theorist is not happy.

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Not a parody: The Onion acquires Alex Jones's InfoWars in auction (Aljazeera.com)

Satirical website buys platform of US conspiracy theorist, who has been ordered to pay $1.5bn to Sandy Hook families.

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Satire publication The Onion buys Alex Jones' Infowars at auction ... (WSAZ-TV)

The satirical news ...

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The Onion buys Alex Jones' Infowars at auction with help from ... (ABC News)

The satirical news publication The Onion has bought Alex Jones' Infowars at a bankruptcy auction with the backing of families of victims of the Sandy Hook ...

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