Judge Dismisses Newsmax’s Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fox, Opens Door for Refiling
A New York judge has dismissed an antitrust lawsuit filed by Newsmax against Fox News but has allowed the media company to amend and refile its complaint. Judge William H. Pauley III made the decision in U.S. District Court, stating that Newsmax’s initial legal arguments were insufficient to support its claims. The lawsuit, initiated by Newsmax in August, accused Fox News of using its market power to stifle competition, claiming that the network attempted to suppress Newsmax’s growth by pressuring cable providers. Newsmax contended that Fox’s actions were harmful to competition and violated antitrust laws. … Read more