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Republicans are optimistic about unseating Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in 2026, but Trump's divisive rhetoric and support for Lindell's candidacy could backfire, potentially strengthening Walz's position amid concerns over divisive attacks and internal party dynamics.
A federal judge in Minnesota ruled that MyPillow founder Mike Lindell defamed Smartmatic by falsely claiming its voting machines rigged the 2020 election, with the court noting genuine fact disputes about Lindell's knowledge of the falsity. Smartmatic seeks nine-figure damages, and Lindell plans to continue his legal and political efforts, including a potential gubernatorial run in Minnesota.
A federal judge in Minnesota ruled that MyPillow founder Mike Lindell defamed Smartmatic by falsely claiming its voting machines rigged the 2020 election, with the court noting genuine disputes over whether Lindell's statements were made with actual malice. Smartmatic seeks nine-figure damages, and Lindell plans to continue his legal and political efforts despite recent setbacks.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell declared victory after a jury found him liable for defaming a Dominion Voting Systems executive, awarding $2.3 million in damages, though Lindell plans to appeal, continuing his fight against election-related claims.
Mike Lindell, founder of MyPillow, was found liable for defaming former Dominion Voting Systems employee Eric Coomer, with a jury awarding $2.3 million in damages after a two-week trial, due to Lindell's baseless claims about election rigging in the 2020 presidential election.
Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow, lost a $2.3 million defamation case in Denver for falsely accusing a Dominion Voting Systems employee of rigging the 2020 election, with the jury ruling in favor of Eric Coomer, who faced reputational damage and threats. Lindell plans to appeal and has expressed that the verdict is a victory for free speech, while also facing financial difficulties.
A federal jury in Colorado found that MyPillow founder Mike Lindell defamed former Dominion Voting Systems employee Eric Coomer by falsely accusing him of treason and election theft, damaging Coomer's reputation and life, amidst Lindell's ongoing claims that the 2020 election was stolen.
A federal jury in Colorado found that MyPillow founder Mike Lindell defamed former Dominion Voting Systems employee Eric Coomer by falsely accusing him of treason and election theft, damaging Coomer's reputation and life. Lindell's claims were linked to conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election, which Lindell promoted despite widespread evidence and court rulings affirming Joe Biden's victory. Lindell used the trial to boost his product sales and fundraising efforts, while Coomer testified about the personal and professional harm caused by the false statements.
A federal jury found MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell liable for defaming former Dominion Voting Systems employee Eric Coomer, awarding roughly $2 million in damages, significantly less than the $62.7 million sought, and Lindell plans to appeal. The case centered on Lindell's false claims linking Coomer to election fraud, which the jury deemed defamatory in three statements. Lindell and Coomer have been embroiled in post-2020 election conspiracy theories, with Lindell asserting his remarks are protected free speech.
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear MyPillow founder Mike Lindell's challenge over the FBI's seizure of his cellphone at a restaurant drive-through, which was part of an investigation into an alleged scheme to breach voting system technology. Lindell alleged the confiscation violated his constitutional rights, but the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals disagreed, stating that the litigation appeared to be a tactic to interfere with a criminal investigation. This decision adds to a series of legal and financial setbacks for Lindell, who is also facing defamation lawsuits and a $5 million arbitration award.
The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, who claimed his rights were violated when the FBI seized his phone during an investigation into the sharing of sensitive information from Colorado’s voting systems. Lindell, a prominent election denier and ally of Donald Trump, argued that the government was retaliating against those questioning the integrity of computerized voting systems, particularly those used in the 2020 election.
MyPillow, owned by election denier Mike Lindell, is facing eviction from a warehouse in Minnesota over $217,489 in past-due rent, but Lindell insists the company is in "great shape" financially. He claims the eviction is a formality stemming from a mutual agreement with the warehouse owner and not due to financial difficulties. MyPillow had subleased the space to other companies, but a planned sublease fell through, leading to the eviction process. Despite ongoing legal battles related to his claims about the 2020 election and voting machines, Lindell says his company is doing well and has spent millions on these claims.
MyPillow, led by CEO Mike Lindell, has been evicted from a Minnesota warehouse due to $217,000 in unpaid rent. The landlord, First Industrial LP, issued multiple default notices over six months before the eviction. Lindell claims the unpaid rent is for January and February, and that his company had left the warehouse in June and subleased it to another company through December. Despite facing financial troubles and lawsuits related to his election denial claims, Lindell insists that his company's finances are improving.
MyPillow, owned by election denier Mike Lindell, has been formally evicted from a Minnesota warehouse due to unpaid rent totaling around $217,000. Lindell insists that the eviction is just a formality as the landlord wants to take back the property, and he claims that his company's financial situation is improving. However, legal challenges and financial troubles, including a $5 million arbitration award and lost advertising platforms, continue to plague MyPillow and Lindell.
MyPillow, owned by prominent election denier Mike Lindell, is facing eviction from a Minnesota warehouse due to unpaid rent totaling around $217,000. Lindell insists that the eviction is just a formality as the landlord wants to take back the property, and he denies that it reflects his company's financial troubles. MyPillow lost a major advertising platform and was dropped by national retailers, leading to a credit crunch last year. Lindell continues to propagate election conspiracy theories and faces defamation lawsuits from voting machine companies.