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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.

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Gianforte Administration Reverses Permit Guidelines, Allows Weekend Events at the State Capitol

Area organizers for the “No Kings” rally first brought up the weekend ban earlier this month, calling it an infringement on their right to free speech and assembly.

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Judge Denies Restraining Order for Conservative Media Figures Who Sought Press Passes

Their lawyer argued that withholding access because the figures disagree with the lawmakers’ political views violates their constitutional rights of free speech and free press.

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Trump Pardons Jan. 6 Rioter for Gun Offense and Woman Convicted of Threatening To Shoot FBI Agents

It’s the latest example of Trump’s willingness to use his constitutional authority to help supporters who were scrutinized as part of the Biden administration’s massive Jan. 6 investigation.

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The U.S. Capitol Building is stormed by a pro-Trump mob on Jan. 6, 2021

Illinois Election Officials To Weigh Removing Trump From Primary Ballot

The Illinois effort to keep Trump off the March ballot is similar to those filed in several other states, including one in Colorado that is set to appear before the Supreme Court next month.

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