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American Focus > Blog > Politics > Top CNN Reporter OUT After Outlet Pays Navy Vet Millions of Dollars in Defamation Settlement |
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Top CNN Reporter OUT After Outlet Pays Navy Vet Millions of Dollars in Defamation Settlement |

Last updated: June 2, 2025 3:54 pm
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CNN Reporter Exits Amid Defamation Settlement Controversy

In a surprising twist befitting a primetime drama, a prominent CNN reporter, Alex Marquardt, has announced his departure from the network after an impressive eight-year tenure. His exit coincides with CNN’s hefty financial settlement to a Navy veteran, Zachary Young, who claimed defamation over a contentious report concerning the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.

“Some personal news: I’m leaving CNN after 8 terrific years. Tough to say goodbye but it’s been an honor to work among the very best in the business. Profound thank you to my comrades on the National Security team & the phenomenal teammates I’ve worked with in the US and abroad,” Marquardt expressed on Twitter, encapsulating the bittersweet nature of farewells in the fast-paced news industry.

Some personal news: I’m leaving CNN after 8 terrific years. Tough to say goodbye but it’s been an honor to work among the very best in the business. Profound thank you to my comrades on the National Security team & the phenomenal teammates I’ve worked with in the US and abroad.

— Alex Marquardt (@MarquardtA) June 2, 2025

This shake-up follows CNN’s decision in January to pay Young an undisclosed amount after a jury found the network liable for defamation. The court had already determined that CNN owed Young $5 million for emotional and financial damages stemming from a 2021 report that accused him of running a “black market” operation during the chaotic evacuation of Afghans as the Taliban took control.

Young’s lawsuit was ignited by the network’s portrayal of his humanitarian efforts, which involved transporting Afghans seeking asylum from the Taliban. The coverage by CNN, including remarks from Marquardt and anchor Jake Tapper, suggested that Young was exploiting a dire situation for personal gain. Tapper’s sarcastic emphasis on Young’s use of the word “unfortunately” regarding the limited evacuation resources further fueled accusations of malice.

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Young argued that such reporting not only unfairly smeared his reputation but also jeopardized his security consulting business. The jury’s ruling underscored a significant finding of “actual malice” in CNN’s reporting, a term that carries considerable weight in defamation cases.

In a world where media narratives can shape public perception and impact lives, this case serves as a stark reminder of the responsibilities that come with wielding journalistic power. The implications of this verdict extend beyond Young; they raise critical questions about accountability in media practices and the potential consequences of sensational reporting.

As Marquardt bids adieu to CNN, the ongoing dialogue about ethical journalism and its repercussions is bound to continue, echoing through newsrooms and courtrooms alike.

NEW: Jury finds CNN liable for defaming U.S. Navy veteran who helped with Afghanistan evacuation. pic.twitter.com/RfJM6luR4c

— TV News Now (@TVNewsNow) January 17, 2025

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