Mike Lindell, the embattled CEO of MyPillow and vocal supporter of election fraud theories, is facing fresh legal troubles. A California-based company has filed a lawsuit against Lindell, accusing him of failing to pay nearly $600,000 for product protection services.
The Independent reported that the lawsuit, filed by Extend, Inc. on August 30, 2024, alleges that MyPillow owes $564,151.39 in outstanding invoices for shipping and product protection services provided to customers.
According to the legal document, Lindell had agreed to a payment schedule but failed to follow through, ignoring repeated inquiries and demands for payment.
Lindell's financial woes have been escalating since his unwavering support for former President Donald Trump's claims of election fraud. The MyPillow CEO has faced numerous setbacks, including being dropped by his attorneys over unpaid bills and the eviction of his company from its Minnesota warehouse due to rent arrears.
The pillow magnate has also seen his business relationships crumble, with major retailers discontinuing his products and Fox News refusing to air his advertisements. These developments have severely impacted MyPillow's revenue streams and Lindell's personal finances.
Lindell's legal troubles extend beyond the recent lawsuit. He is currently battling multi-billion-dollar defamation suits from Dominion Voting Systems and Smartmatic, stemming from his allegations of rigged voting machines during the 2020 election.
When contacted by The Independent for comment on the latest lawsuit, Lindell appeared distracted and claimed ignorance about the case.
He stated:
No idea. But you can go ahead and send — what's the question? I don't know if we had a conflict with them or whatever. I have no idea right now, I've got bigger things going on. I have no idea.
This response aligns with Lindell's recent pattern of behavior, which has included unconventional actions such as shaving his trademark mustache to "infiltrate" the Democratic National Convention and becoming embroiled in a verbal altercation with a 12-year-old online influencer.
Despite his financial troubles, Lindell has continued to pursue new ventures. He recently launched FrankSpeech, a right-wing social media and video platform. However, reports suggest that the rollout has been problematic, with Lindell allegedly providing incorrect information to potential investors.
Interestingly, amidst his financial struggles, Lindell managed to fund former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani's first-class travel to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Lindell explained that Giuliani is an employee of FrankSpeech, which covered the expenses.
The lawsuit filed by Extend, Inc. is still in its early stages, and Lindell has not yet filed a formal response to the allegations. As the case progresses, it will likely add another layer of complexity to the MyPillow CEO's already tumultuous legal and financial situation.
Mike Lindell's latest legal challenge comes at a time when he is already facing significant financial and legal pressures. The lawsuit alleging unpaid invoices of nearly $600,000 adds to a growing list of troubles for the MyPillow CEO. As Lindell continues to grapple with the consequences of his political activism and business decisions, the future of MyPillow and his other ventures remains uncertain. The outcome of this lawsuit and other pending legal battles may have far-reaching implications for Lindell's business empire and personal finances.
