"Georgia Judge Denies Trump's First Amendment Motion to Dismiss Election Charges"

A judge in Georgia rejected former President Donald Trump's attempt to dismiss criminal charges related to the 2020 election, ruling that the indictment does not violate the First Amendment. The judge stated that speech allegedly used to further criminal activity is not protected by the First Amendment and that the case will proceed to trial. Trump's attorney indicated that they will continue to evaluate their options regarding the First Amendment challenges.