• A federal judge has rejected The Onion’s winning bid to purchase Infowars, stating that the auction process lacked transparency and ultimately did not maximize the returns for Alex Jones's creditors.
• The judge acknowledged the integrity of the bankruptcy trustee's efforts but criticized the hurried auction which did not allow for proper bidding competition, particularly considering the Sandy Hook families’ involvement in the bidding process.
• Despite disappointment with the ruling, The Onion remains committed to acquiring Infowars with the aim of transforming it into a parody site, reflecting the firm's mission to combat misinformation.

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