Trump Isn’t Immune From Civil Claims His Jan. 6 Rally Speech Incited Riot, Judge Says
The judge ruled that Trump’s remarks at his “Stop the Steal” rally “plausibly” were inciting words that are not protected by the First Amendment right to free speech.
New York Times Accuses Pentagon of Flouting Judge’s Order Blocking Its Press Access Policy
The Times claims Pentagon officials have implemented a revised press policy that circumvents the judge’s March 20 ruling.
Judge Tosses Lawsuit Filed by Parents of ‘Cop City’ Protester Who Was Killed by Troopers
The lawsuit said troopers violated Manuel Paez Terán’s free speech rights and used excessive force against the activist, who then panicked and began firing shots.
Citing First Amendment, Federal Judge Blocks Trump Order To End Funding for NPR and PBS
The judge said the First Amendment right to free speech “does not tolerate viewpoint discrimination and retaliation of this type.”
Wyoming Remains One of 10 States Without a Law To Prevent Lawsuits Intended To Silence Free Speech
A bill to curb strategic lawsuits against public participation died this session, but these so-called SLAPPs are a likely interim topic.
Supreme Court Rules Against Colorado Ban on ‘Conversion Therapy’ for LGBTQ+ Kids
An 8-1 high court majority sided with a Christian counselor who argues the law banning talk therapy violates the First Amendment.