Fox News isn't out of the woods yet

And, why some Republicans say DeSantis needs to be stopped

VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news Wednesday, Apr. 19, 2023 THE LATEST Fox News avoided a worst-case scenario — but it isn't out of the woods yet By Michael Conway The settlement Tuesday afternoon of Dominion Voting Systems' defamation lawsuit against Fox News and Fox Corp. put a quick stop to one of the most consequential First Amendment cases in decades. Fox News will have to pay $787.5 million — an economic bonanza for Dominion. But importantly, the media company will not have to publicly apologize. And that means Rupert Murdoch's team may feel like it dodged a bullet.  Social media was flooded with outrage Tuesday because of the way the company is already spinning the settlement as a reflection of its "continued commitment to the highest journalistic standards." Those critics should remember Fox News is not out of the woods — at least not yet.   This is a preview of Michael Conway's latest article. Read the full column here. TOP STORIES LISA RUBIN Why a last-minute order might have led to Fox and Dominion's historic settlement What finally prompted the two sides to reach an agreement? Read more. JARVIS DEBERRY Ralph Yarl's accused shooter got something the Black teen didn't: a chance American racism in its most common expression dictates who gets the benefit of the doubt. Read more. HAYES BROWN Why Merrick Garland won't take on Clarence Thomas Every single check meant to balance the Supreme Court's power is being left by the wayside. Read more. JANAI S. NELSON Tennessee Republicans played with fire. And the fire's still raging. The heroic acts of the 'Tennessee Three' gave us all a lesson in how to effectively push back against anti-democratic forces. Read more.         TOP VIDEOS THE REIDOUT Dominion Voting Systems' lead attorney: A day of vindication, a little bittersweet ALEX WAGNER TONIGHT Jordan Klepper: Donald Trump infected the brains of so many people to distrust THE REIDOUT Ralph Yarl's aunt shares his reaction to nationwide support and Biden's phone call THE REIDOUT Nikki Fried: Even staunch Republicans say DeSantis needs to be stopped MORE FROM MSNBC Legal news is dominating the headlines, and former prosecutor Jordan Rubin is tackling these crucial issues with a new limited newsletter, Deadline: Legal. An extension of Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace, you can expect insights when major updates hit, along with news and analysis from MSNBC legal experts, in your inbox until the end of the current Supreme Court term. Subscribe now.  On Sunday, MSNBC Films presents the second episode of "Leguizamo Does America," a new six-part series from NBC News Studios. This week, John Leguizamo takes in Miami's vibrant Latino culture over dominoes, cafecito, and more. Watch an all new episode of "Leguizamo Does America," Sunday at 10 p.m. ET on MSNBC and streaming on Peacock. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE