George Santos’ Lawsuit Against Jimmy Kimmel Dismissed by Appeals Court Over Cameo Video Dispute
NEW YORK — A federal appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Rep. George Santos against comedian Jimmy Kimmel. The lawsuit pertained to Kimmel’s use of Cameo app videos that Santos claimed misrepresented him, leading to emotional distress. In a ruling on Thursday, the court found that Santos’s claims were unfounded, emphasizing Kimmel’s First Amendment rights to engage in comedic expression. The lawsuit sought damages related to Kimmel’s satirical portrayal of Santos, who has faced significant scrutiny over alleged fabrications in his personal and professional history. During his broadcasts, Kimmel had made a series … Read more