In a case grabbing national headlines, Alan Dershowitz, a prominent lawyer, has announced plans to sue Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, for defamation following incendiary accusations on social media.
According to the New York Post, Alan Dershowitz claims he has a viable case of defamation against Schlossberg after being accused of serious crimes.
The controversy began when Schlossberg posted a video on Instagram accusing Dershowitz of killing his wife. This shocking claim by the JFK's only grandson has become the center of this legal battle. Dershowitz, who has been married to Carolyn Cohen since 1986, was also maligned with connections to Jeffrey Epstein and inappropriate sexual behavior in Schlossberg’s rant.
Following the accusations, Schlossberg deleted his social media accounts on February 6, 2025, seemingly to avoid further controversy. However, not long after, on February 18, he returned to social media and posted yet another controversial video.
In his latest video, Schlossberg appeared next to a skeleton dressed in his grandfather’s robe, directly attacking both Dershowitz and broadcaster Megyn Kelly. This act has added fuel to the already heated dispute and raised questions about Schlossberg's motives.
Dershowitz responded to Schlossberg's actions by stating, "I hope he will preserve all of his documents because I am about to commence a legal action against him." This statement highlights the seriousness with which Dershowitz is approaching the situation.
"My lawyers have advised me now that I have a viable defamation action," Dershowitz added, confirming his intention to pursue legal avenues to address the accusations made against him.
Schlossberg’s remarks in his comeback video strikingly mimicked a confession, where he sarcastically attributed numerous serious accusations to himself before revealing he was describing Dershowitz. “Alan Dershowitz if you can hear me I need your help, I’m in deep s—t, dude. I’m all over the Epstein documents, there’s all sorts of credible evidence. Everyone knows I killed my wife, I’ve got a thousand sexual assault cases against me, I look like a human penis. I’m completely irrelevant and I’ve never had consensual sex … Oh wait, s—t, that’s you.” This moment has particularly sparked widespread attention and backlash.
The resonance of the allegations and the manner of their presentation have ignited discussions on the integrity of public discourse and the impact of social media on modern controversies. Schlossberg's aggressive communication style and his brief hiatus from social media further complicate public perception.
Amidst this uproar, the Boston-based John F. Kennedy Library and Museum briefly closed its doors, only to announce a sudden reopening the following day. This incident connected tangentially to the controversy as Schlossberg also claimed that Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency influenced staff changes at the museum.
These developments paint a complex picture of the fallout from Schlossberg's actions. The legal implications for both Dershowitz and Schlossberg are significant, as defamation suits can be complex and drawn out.
With such a high-profile case involving figures connected to American political royalty and a famous legal scholar, the result could have broader implications for how defamation is treated in the context of social media and public figures. As Dershowitz prepares his legal challenge, the public and media are watching closely, recognizing the potential impact on privacy, freedom of speech, and the power of online platforms.
As this legal battle unfolds, it serves as a case study in the balance between free expression and the protections against defamation. Observers and legal experts alike are eager to see how the courts will handle the interplay of personal reputation, public figure status, and free speech in the digital age.
For many, the outcome will offer a poignant insight into just how vulnerable individuals are to online attacks, and whether or not public figures can effectively defend their reputation in this new, dynamic media landscape.
