Candace Owens Wins $100K Bet Against Piers Morgan Over Brigitte Macron's Gender
The Jimmy Dore ShowJuly 12, 202518 min1,869,669 views
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- ⚖️ A French appeals court has cleared two journalists, Amandine Roy and Natasha Ray, of defamation charges related to claims about Brigitte Macron's gender.
- 💡 The court ruled that their allegations, including that Brigitte Macron was born a man named Jean Michel Trogneux, were made in good faith and did not constitute defamation.
- 📣 This ruling is seen as a significant win for Owens and those who have promoted the story, effectively validating their claims in the eyes of many.
Piers Morgan's Bet and Candace Owens' Stance
- 💰 TV host Piers Morgan had bet Candace Owens $100,000 that Brigitte Macron was born a woman.
- 🗣️ Owens is now demanding payment, stating she will not let Morgan off the hook after the court's decision.
- 🧐 Morgan had previously challenged Owens to produce evidence, questioning the basis of her claims and calling them offensive.
Evidence and Court Case Details
- 🔍 Owens argues that Brigitte Macron has refused to provide evidence, such as photos from her first 30 years of life or with her alleged brother, to dispute the claims.
- 🏛️ The original defamation case was based on an 18-instance claim from a YouTube video, which the court found insufficient to prove defamation.
- 🚀 The legal team for the journalists plans to appeal the case to the highest court, asserting that Brigitte Macron is a man.
Broader Implications and Media Coverage
- 📺 The case highlights a perceived pattern of media and establishment figures attempting to silence or discredit those who challenge narratives about public figures.
- 🗣️ The Jimmy Dore Show hosts compare this situation to their own experiences being attacked for speaking out on issues like COVID-19 and political matters.
- 🧐 Questions are raised about why the mainstream media is not more heavily covering this story, suggesting a potential agenda or bias.
Personal Anecdotes and Tour Announcements
- 🎤 Jimmy Dore shares his own experiences with media attacks and personal defamation attempts.
- ✈️ Dore announces upcoming comedy tour dates in Toronto, Redbank, New Jersey, Northampton, Massachusetts, and Concord, New Hampshire.
- 🎟️ Information for tickets and show details can be found on jimmydore.com.
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