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Coal King Begs Court to Gag John Oliver

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The CEO of America’s largest privately owned coal company is suing the late-night comedian for defamation—and wants to silence his show in the meantime.

Betsy Swan
Betsy Swan 

Former Political Reporter

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Betsy Swan

Betsy Swan

Former Political Reporter

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