Judge Dismisses Defamation Suit Against School District President


Author: The Daily News Now! March 13, 2026 Duration: 1:38
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Judge Dismisses Defamation Suit Against School District President

Orange County Superior Court dismisses defamation lawsuit against Gina Clayton-Tarvin, president of Ocean View School District. Clayton-Tarvin had accused Huntington Beach Councilmember Butch Twining of participating in a white supremacy rally, but the judge ruled her comments were protected free speech. Twining sought $25 million in damages, but Clayton-Tarvins attorney now plans to seek legal fees and costs from Twining.

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