That is..false publishing. Plain and simple. The tea party Jim Holmes-if there is one, has a case as does the local tea party.
How much do they sue for?
Nothing.....ABC apologized and the entire mistake lasted 2 hours. Not enough to even get a free movie ticket.
Does not matter. They are liable for the mental distress caused by their slander.
The guy has had to have his phone cut off because of threats coming in.
ABC gets to pay if the person goes to court. An apology has to be accepted in writing by the person harmed.