The most prominent news surrounding Owen Shroyer and Infowars as of September 2, 2025, centers on Shroyer's abrupt departure from the platform after a public fallout with founder Alex Jones. Shroyer, who hosted the "War Room" show on Infowars from 2016 to 2025, announced his resignation, citing creative differences and pressure from Jones to reduce criticism of former President Donald Trump.
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Shroyer claimed Jones labeled him as "too anti-Trump" and overly pessimistic, leading to a heated on-air exchange where Jones reportedly called him a "rat" and accused him of staging the exit as a publicity stunt for a new independent venture.
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Shroyer has since launched a fundraiser on GiveSendGo and plans to start his own news network on October 6, 2025, emphasizing a more independent approach.
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Jones, in response, refuted Shroyer's claims during a live broadcast, stating that Shroyer had received raises (contrary to Shroyer's assertions of no pay increase since 2018) and describing the departure as a betrayal aimed at self-promotion.
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The split has sparked mixed reactions online, with some viewing it as a sign of internal cracks at Infowars due to differing views on Trump, while others see it as theatrical drama.
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Background and Prior News
Legal History: Shroyer was sentenced to two months in prison in September 2023 for his role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol events, pleading guilty to entering restricted grounds. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear his First Amendment challenge in June 2024.
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Other Incidents: Earlier in 2025, Shroyer was reportedly targeted in a swatting incident, which he and Jones attributed to political opponents. He also made headlines for confronting ICE protesters in Austin and discussing alleged terror threats against Trump supporters.
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This situation appears to highlight tensions within far-right media circles regarding Trump loyalty, with Shroyer's exit marking a significant shift for Infowars.
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For ongoing updates, monitoring sources like The Hill or direct X posts from involved parties is recommended.
