Sharpton Defies Threat to Sue | Fresno News

Reverend Al Sharpton is defiantly rejecting a defamation lawsuit threat from three young men linked to the disappearance of Nolan Xavier Wells, calling the claims “meritless” and vowing not to retract his public statements. The suit stems from Sharpton’s interviews and prayer vigil remarks, which he argues were grounded in questions already raised by Nolan’s grieving mother — and made in his role as a minister standing with the family. His legal team counters that the plaintiffs’ allegations are vague, contextually distorted, and legally unsound under Mississippi law, especially since the parents haven’t asked him to stop speaking. Sharpton’s attorneys are prepared to fight any lawsuit, seeking dismissal and costs — and warn they’ll retaliate if the case proceeds — all while staying focused on delivering justice for Nolan’s family. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/03b422e8775fe81e