National Enquirer Founder's Kin Ordered to Pay $138M for Looting NY Foundation
David Pope, former president and CEO of the Generoso Pope Foundation and grandson of the National Enquirer founder, was ordered by a New York judge on February 23, 2026, to pay $138 million for misusing foundation funds. As of February 23, 2026: Pope is liable for $82 million for improper uses and $52 million in punitive damages due to his "willful, wanton, and reckless" conduct. The lawsuit was initiated by Pope's own family members, including Marie-Therese Pope, who filed a lawsuit in 2020. This judgment follows a history of family disputes over the foundation's management, including allegations of mismanagement by Lois Pope and counter-allegations by Paul Pope dating back to 2006.
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February 2026 — 1 developments
Former Generoso Pope Foundation CEO David Pope ordered to pay $138 million for misusing funds
David Pope, former president and CEO of the Generoso Pope Foundation, has been ordered by a New York judge to pay $138 million in damages for misusing foundation funds. The judgment includes $82 million for improper uses and $52 million in punitive damages due to his "willful, wanton, and reckless" conduct. The lawsuit was brought by Pope's own family members.
January 2026 — 1 developments
National Enquirer Founder's Grandson Ordered to Pay $138 Million for Looting Family Foundation
The grandson of the National Enquirer founder, David A. Pope, has been ordered to pay $138 million for allegedly looting the family's New York foundation. This order follows a lawsuit accusing him of using foundation funds for self-serving purposes.
November 2024 — 1 developments
Generoso Pope Foundation Files Form 990-PF, Names David A. Pope President
The Generoso Pope Foundation files its Form 990-PF for the fiscal year ending December 2023, listing David A. Pope as President, Treasurer, and Director, and detailing compensation for key employees.
April 2023 — 1 developments
Appeal in Pope v. Generoso Pope Foundation Case Withdrawn
An appeal taken to the Appellate Division from the March 29, 2022 order in the case of Marie-Therese Pope vs. Generoso Pope Foundation and David Pope is deemed withdrawn.
March 2022 — 1 developments
Supreme Court, New York County, enters order in Pope vs. Generoso Pope Foundation case
The Supreme Court, New York County, enters an order in the case of Marie-Therese Pope vs. Generoso Pope Foundation and David Pope.
January 2020 — 1 developments
Marie-Therese Pope files lawsuit against Generoso Pope Foundation and David Pope
Marie-Therese Pope files a lawsuit against the Generoso Pope Foundation and David Pope, a grandson of Generoso Pope Jr., indicating a new phase of legal disputes concerning the foundation.
July 2015 — 1 developments
Paul Pope wins court order restoring firearm rights, citing fears for children's safety
Paul Pope wins a court order modifying a 2013 injunction, restoring his constitutional right to possess a firearm. He cited fears for his children's safety after his mother allegedly took out kidnapping insurance on them.
August 2013 — 1 developments
Forbes Details Bitter Feud Between Lois and Paul Pope Over Offshore Accounts
A Forbes article details the ongoing and bitter feud between Lois and Paul Pope, highlighting allegations of hidden offshore accounts and a 'made-for-television tragedy' of a wealthy dynasty torn apart by money and power.
June 2007 — 1 developments
Paul Pope alleges mother Lois Pope mismanaged father's trust, grew less than 1% annually
Paul Pope publicly alleges that his mother, Lois Pope, mismanaged his father's trust, claiming it grew less than 1% annually over a 17-year period, to $218 million.
January 2006 — 1 developments
Lois Pope Sues Son Paul Pope for Breach of Contract; Paul Counter-Sues Over Trust Mismanagement
Lois Pope, Generoso Pope Jr.'s widow, sues her son Paul Pope for breach of contract. Paul counter-sues, alleging his mother mismanaged a marital trust established by his father.
October 1988 — 1 developments
National Enquirer founder Generoso Pope Jr. dies
Generoso Pope Jr., founder of the National Enquirer, dies, leaving behind an estate and trusts that would later become the subject of significant family disputes.