Sexual Misconduct Allegations
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New York Post : Phil Mickelson reveals surprise evidence in sexual misconduct claims
Portrays sexual misconduct allegations as likely unfounded or exaggerated
The article leads with Mickelson's attorney claiming exonerating video evidence without verifying its existence, while omitting law enforcement findings that no evidence was found and no report filed. This framing undermines the credibility of the allegation by prioritizing the accused's defense over institutional and legal context.
“his attorney saying video evidence refutes the allegations”
Reuters : Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni settle lawsuit over "It Ends With Us"
Allegations framed as legally unsubstantiated and speculative
The judge dismissed 10 of Lively's 13 claims, including all sexual harassment allegations, and defense characterized her damages as speculative, undermining the legitimacy of the core claims.
“The judge also dismissed Baldoni's defamation case against the Times.”