Satirical news outlet The Onion has acquired Infowars, founded by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, at a court-ordered auction. The bid was backed by families of Sandy Hook victims, who previously won a $1.5 billion defamation lawsuit against Jones. The Onion aims to transform the site into a humorous platform, employing well-known internet comedic talents. Jones labeled the takeover a threat to free speech, vowing to continue broadcasting elsewhere. Supporters of the acquisition view it as a significant step towards holding Jones accountable for his actions.