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The trial, which has now concluded with jury deliberations underway, stems from reporting that Young claims falsely accused him of being involved in a black market operation during the tumultuous evacuation period from Afghanistan. As the situation in Afghanistan rapidly deteriorated in August 2021, various groups, including American military veterans, sprung into action to assist Afghans seeking refuge. Young was part of such efforts, yet a CNN segment, featuring Jake Tapper, alleged that Young was engaging in human trafficking.