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sports12 days ago•7 min saved

XX-XY Shirts Trigger Ejection Threat at Fever-Dream Clash

During overtime at the Fever vs. Dream game in Atlanta, a security guard told mom Kasey Thomason and her daughter Annie to cover their XX-XY Athletics shirts or leave, claiming the shirts were offensive; they complied after a brief protest, wearing Dream Wellness shirts to finish the game. The Thomasons described the incident as discriminatory and highlighted broader debates over clothing and gender messaging in stadiums, noting related XX-XY shirt controversies elsewhere. Fox News Digital/OutKick reported the details and the Fever/Dream did not immediately comment.

via Fox News|

#atlanta-dream #free-speech-rights #indiana-fever

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Biden Faces Dual Challenges of Gaza Protests and Free Speech Disruptions"

President Joe Biden is facing protests from progressives at his events over his administration's support for Israel in the Gaza conflict, as demonstrators repeatedly interrupt his speeches demanding a cease-fire. Biden is navigating the tensions within his party while honoring free speech rights, with the protests highlighting the challenges he faces in energizing Democrats and young voters. Despite disruptions, Biden and his aides emphasize the importance of peacefully protesting and stress his efforts to address the conflict with empathy and global security in mind, in contrast to how former President Trump handled dissent.

via The Associated Press|

#democratic-party #free-speech-rights #gaza-protests

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Elon Musk Takes SEC Consent Decree Appeal to US Supreme Court

Elon Musk has appealed to the US Supreme Court, asking them to consider whether the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) overstepped its authority in enforcing a consent decree that he claims violates his constitutional free speech rights. The decree arose from Musk's 2018 tweet about having "funding secured" to take Tesla private. A lower court upheld the decree, which included fines and restrictions on Musk's Twitter use. Musk's lawyers argue that the SEC's "gag rule" violates the First Amendment. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals is also set to reconsider whether Musk violated labor law with a tweet about Tesla employees and unions.

via Reuters|

#business #consent-decree #elon-musk

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Trump's Gag Order Returns in NY Civil Fraud Trial"

A New York appeals court has reinstated a gag order that prevents former President Donald Trump from making comments about court personnel in his civil fraud trial. The gag order was initially imposed after Trump posted derogatory comments about a law clerk involved in the trial. Trump's attorneys challenged the order, arguing that it infringed on his free speech rights. The trial, brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleges that Trump exaggerated his wealth on financial statements. The judge has fined Trump for violating the gag order and expanded it to include lawyers. Trump is due to testify in December.

via The Associated Press|

#donald-trump #free-speech-rights #gag-order

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

"Trump's Gag Order Battle: Implications for Election Subversion Case"

A federal appeals panel is likely to restore the limited gag order in former President Donald Trump's federal election subversion case, but may loosen some restrictions to allow him to directly criticize special counsel Jack Smith. The panel of judges expressed skepticism towards Trump's claims that the gag order violates his free speech rights, but also posed sharp questions to prosecutors about the boundary between political campaign rhetoric and undermining a criminal case. The judges suggested that Trump should have the right to defend himself and criticized the special counsel's office for not proactively protecting jurors from online threats. The judges are expected to issue a ruling soon.

via CNN|

#appeals-court #federal-election-subversion #free-speech-rights

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

Trump's First Amendment Limits Tested in High-Stakes Gag Order Hearing

Former President Donald Trump will argue in a high-stakes hearing before the US DC Circuit Court of Appeals that the gag order placed on him in his federal election subversion criminal case is unconstitutional. The gag order restricts Trump's ability to publicly target court personnel, potential witnesses, and special counsel Jack Smith and his staff. Trump's attorneys claim that the gag order violates his First Amendment rights and the rights of the American public to receive and listen to his speech. Legal experts have cast doubt on Trump's argument, stating that limitations on free speech rights may be necessary to ensure a fair trial. This is the second gag order appeal by Trump in recent weeks, and the appeals court has temporarily frozen the order. The panel of judges randomly selected for the appeal includes two judges who have previously ruled against Trump.

via CNN|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump #first-amendment

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Trump Fights Back Against Gag Order in Federal Election Case

Lawyers for Donald Trump have filed a notice to appeal a partial gag order in the case accusing him of illegally attempting to overturn his defeat in the 2020 presidential election. The order, issued by U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan, prohibits Trump from making public statements that "target" prosecutors, court staff, and potential witnesses involved in the case. Trump has criticized the decision as a constraint on his free speech rights while campaigning for the 2024 Republican nomination, but the order still allows him to criticize the Justice Department and denounce the prosecution as politically motivated.

via Reuters|

#2020-presidential-election #donald-trump #free-speech-rights

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Rep. Justin Jones Takes Legal Action Against Tennessee House Speaker for Unconstitutional Expulsion"

Tennessee Democratic Rep. Justin Jones has filed a federal lawsuit challenging his expulsion from the state House in April and the House rules that restrict lawmakers' floor comments. Jones argues that Republicans violated his free speech rights by repeatedly blocking him from speaking during debates and infringed upon his constitutional due process rights during the expulsion proceedings. The lawsuit seeks to have the expulsion and House rules declared unconstitutional, restore Jones' benefits and seniority, and award damages and costs. Republicans defended the expulsions as necessary to maintain order and promote civility, respect, and accountability.

via PBS NewsHour|

#expulsion #free-speech-rights #house-rules

politics3 years ago

Trump's Free-Speech Rights Challenged in 2020 Election Interference Case

Lawyers representing former President Donald Trump argue that a protective order in a legal case would infringe upon his free-speech rights, as they seek to prevent the release of certain documents. The lawyers contend that the order, which would restrict the dissemination of evidence, would impede Trump's ability to publicly discuss the case and defend himself. This argument is part of an ongoing legal battle involving Trump and the release of documents related to his presidency.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#free-speech-rights #lawyers #legal-battle

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

"DeSantis vs. Disney: Lawsuit Trial Delayed Until After 2024 Election"

Attorneys for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have requested a trial involving Disney to be postponed until mid-2025, after the 2024 elections. The lawsuit stems from Disney's claim that its free speech rights were violated when DeSantis took over its governing district in retaliation for opposing the "Don't Say Gay" legislation. Disney proposed a trial date in July 2024, while DeSantis' attorneys suggested August 2025. Both sides also disagreed on the timing of a motion for summary judgment. DeSantis and his appointees have previously asked the judge to dismiss or put the lawsuit on hold.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#disney #free-speech-rights #lawsuit

business3 years ago•1 min saved

Elon Musk's Twitter use restricted after court ruling.

Elon Musk has lost his appeal against a ruling that requires a lawyer's approval for some Tesla-related tweets. The federal appeals court in Manhattan has rejected Musk's claim that the 2018 consent decree with the SEC is an unfair "prior restraint" on his speech. The CEO could have defended himself against the charges or negotiated a different deal if he'd wanted to tweet without a legal monitor, the court panel says.

via Engadget|

#business #elon-musk #free-speech-rights