Trump's Unconstitutional Gag Orders and Deranged Behavior in Fraud Trial

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Trump's Unconstitutional Gag Orders and Deranged Behavior in Fraud Trial
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The ACLU has filed an amicus brief supporting Donald Trump, arguing that the gag order imposed on him in his federal election subversion case is unconstitutional. The order, issued by Judge Tanya Chutkan, limits what Trump can say about the prosecution of his alleged attempt to overturn the 2020 election results. The ACLU acknowledges the harm caused by Trump's false statements but asserts his First Amendment right to speak and the public's right to hear. Trump has appealed the order, and the ACLU's brief aims to provide context and remind the judge of the potential historic implications of the ruling.

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