Alex Jones, the controversial host of InfoWars, had an emotional outburst during a recent broadcast, claiming that his show is on the verge of being shut down. Over the weekend, Jones sobbed and let out a war cry, alleging that federal authorities were planning to raid and confiscate his studio in Austin, Texas. He claimed that law enforcement planned to padlock the studio doors and evict him.

It’s unclear where Jones is getting his information or what might be prompting these actions, but he expressed his frustrations on air. In the last 15 minutes of the broadcast, he buried his face in his hands and ranted about his hard fight against unnamed enemies who he said were trying to destroy his empire. Jones insisted that he had been targeted for abuse and falsely accused of committing crimes based on secret federal files.

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Jones’s latest outburst might be connected to the substantial judgment against him related to his false claims about the Sandy Hook school shooting. He has been ordered to pay $1.5 billion to the Sandy Hook families, a debt he has yet to settle fully. Despite his claims of an imminent shutdown, as of Monday morning, InfoWars remains operational.

Jones’s history of making controversial and often false statements has led to widespread criticism and legal consequences. His ongoing battles, both legal and financial, continue to make headlines, highlighting the turbulent nature of his career and the impact of his actions on the victims of his false claims.