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Federal Free Speech Ruling & Gun Ban Backlash | 9.12.23

Sep 12, 2023
13:20
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Fifth Circuit Court rules government agencies violated first amendment, Republicans call for governor's impeachment over gun ban, Biden's trip raises questions about foreign relations and leadership
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  • The Fifth Circuit Court ruled that federal agencies violated the First Amendment by pressuring social media companies to censor users, highlighting the issue of government involvement in content moderation and its impact on free speech online.
  • New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's executive order to suspend the right to carry firearms in Bernalillo County has faced strong opposition as it is seen as unconstitutional, leading to protests and legal challenges from gun rights groups.

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Fifth Circuit Court Rules White House, FBI, and CDC Violated Freedom of Speech by Pressuring Social Media to Censor Users

The Fifth Circuit Court ruled that federal agencies, including the White House, FBI, and CDC, likely violated the First Amendment by pressuring social media companies to censor users. The court found that involvement in content moderation, specifically related to COVID and elections, was inappropriate for these agencies. The ruling is seen as a major victory against censorship and has significant implications for the tech industry.

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