Defamation case settled between Kari Lake and Arizona county election official

Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has settled a defamation case against Kari Lake, who falsely accused him of intentionally sabotaging the 2022 Arizona governor’s race after she lost. Richer, a Republican, sought damages for false claims that led to threats of violence against his family. The details of the settlement remain confidential, with both parties expressing satisfaction with the resolution. Lake, a Trump ally, has made false claims about winning the governor’s election and accused Richer of Election Day sabotage. She chose not to contest her liability in the suit, calling the legal process a perversion and decided to focus on a Senate bid instead. However, she was defeated by Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego. Richer also faced electoral defeat in the Republican primary for county recorder. Despite these outcomes, the settlement of the defamation case brings closure to a contentious legal battle between the two parties. The settlement terms remain undisclosed, but both parties are content with the resolution.

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