A Sydney court has heard that broadcaster Alan Jones and a fellow 2GB host referred to The Sydney Morning Herald and one of its reporters as "pigs in the media," according to The Guardian.
The remark was aired during proceedings on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, as part of ongoing legal action involving the veteran broadcaster. The Guardian reports that the comment was directed at both the newspaper and a specific journalist, though further details of the exchange were not immediately available.
The disclosure comes amid a broader legal case that has drawn attention to Jones's conduct. In related reporting, Nine.com.au described "banter" between a man who allegedly was groped by Jones and his partner, with the pair referred to as a "great couple" in court. The alleged incident is separate from the "pigs in the media" remark but forms part of the same proceedings.
Separately, a former radio host who worked alongside Jones has denied accusations that he tailored his evidence to assist the broadcaster. The denial was reported by ABC News, The Canberra Times, and The Age. The former host rejected suggestions that his testimony was adjusted to favour Jones's defence.
The case has drawn sustained media coverage, with multiple outlets following the testimony closely. The Guardian's report on the "pigs in the media" comment adds another layer to the proceedings, which have already included allegations of inappropriate conduct and questions over witness credibility.
What to watch next: Whether the court accepts the former host's denial and how the "pigs in the media" remark factors into the broader defamation claim.
