
CNN anchor Jake Tapper is facing intense scrutiny after contradicting himself under oath during a billion-dollar defamation trial. U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young filed the lawsuit, accusing CNN of falsely portraying him as someone who profited off Afghans desperate to escape the country after the Biden administration’s botched withdrawal. The damaging report aired on The Lead with Jake Tapper in November 2021.
During his pre-recorded deposition, Tapper claimed, “I do not pay attention to the Nielsen ratings.” This statement raised eyebrows when Tapper’s past social media posts surfaced, showing him repeatedly boasting about his show’s ratings. In March 2024, Tapper proudly shared that his CNN special had the highest ratings in the key demographic. This clear contradiction has sparked accusations that Tapper lied under oath.
Perjury, or knowingly making a false statement under oath, is a federal crime. Tapper’s conflicting statements have led many to question his honesty and credibility as a journalist. His repeated attacks on President Donald Trump and his biased coverage of the January 6 protests now seem hypocritical as his own integrity is being publicly questioned.
Jake Tapper LIED and CNN will have to pay the price for LIES @jaketapper spewed… https://t.co/DPuLanOxHC
— Thomas Prince (@Only1Trickster) January 17, 2025
The lawsuit alleges CNN implied Young was involved in black market operations, severely damaging his professional reputation. Tapper’s misleading narrative is now central to the case, and his dishonesty in court could deepen the network’s legal troubles.
Jake Tapper Seemingly Lies in Deposition Testimony for Defamation Case https://t.co/IOrFCTMKrs
— MRC NewsBusters (@newsbusters) January 16, 2025
CNN defamation trial: Jake Tapper lies under oath, testifies he doesn't 'pay attention to ratings,' online posts say otherwise https://t.co/BjtFmcNc1s #FoxNews
— Smithy (@DamianMSmith) January 15, 2025
CNN has yet to comment on the matter, but Tapper’s credibility is crumbling as more evidence surfaces. The trial continues, and with Tapper’s integrity in question, the outcome could have serious consequences for both him and CNN.
What’s new? Jake Tapper lies all the time.
— Ardwick (@Ardwick_76) January 15, 2025