Federal Judge Clears Jussie Smollett’s Attorney of Defamation in ‘White Face’ Comment Case

In a recent legal development, a federal judge ruled that statements made by Jussie Smollett’s attorney, Tina Glandian, during a Today Show interview did not constitute defamation. The statements in question involved claims about the attackers allegedly using ‘white face’ makeup. The court concluded that Glandian was not aware of any information at the time that would have rendered her statements false or likely to be false. The decision underscores the complexities surrounding defamation claims and attorney speech during public interviews. Further details about the ruling and its implications can be found here.