Speech

Proposed Rule for Pennsylvania Lawyers Sparks First Amendment Challenge, Threatening Free Speech Rights of Legal Professionals

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Philadelphia, PA — A contentious rule proposed for Pennsylvania lawyers has raised concerns over potential infringement on First Amendment rights. Critics argue that if implemented, the rule could have a chilling effect on free speech. The legal dispute in Greenberg v. Lehocky revolves around the state’s Rules of Professional Conduct for attorneys and how it defines misconduct. Licensed attorney Zach Greenberg, who is known for providing continuing legal education presentations on the First Amendment, has challenged recent changes to the rule. Following his argument that the rule changes were unconstitutionally vague and posed a risk … Read more

Donald Trump’s Lawyers Contest Gag Order as Violation of Free Speech Rights in Hush-Money Criminal Trial

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New York City – Former President Donald Trump’s lawyers have raised objections to a gag order requested by New York prosecutors ahead of his hush-money criminal trial on March 25. They argue that such an order would violate Trump’s constitutional rights to free speech. Prosecutors have sought the order due to Trump’s history of making public and inflammatory remarks about individuals involved in his legal cases, as well as a rise in threats related to his rhetoric. The Manhattan district attorney’s office has requested a narrowly tailored order to prevent Trump from making public statements … Read more

Supreme Court to Debate Legality of Texas Law Limiting Social Media Content Removals: A Potential Game Changer for Online Speech

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Austin, Texas – The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on Monday to determine the constitutionality of a Texas law that prohibits social media companies from removing posts or accounts based on viewpoint. This unprecedented regulation has sparked a legal battle between Reddit and the state of Texas after a user filed a lawsuit against the popular online discussion board for kicking him out for using a pejorative term insulting a person’s masculinity. The outcome of this case, along with a related Florida law that prohibits platforms from suspending political candidates’ or media … Read more

Judge Dismisses Charges Against Accused White Supremacist Group, Citing Selective Prosecution and Free Speech Concerns

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SANTA ANA, Calif. — A federal judge in Orange County, California, has dismissed criminal charges for the second time against members of a white supremacist group suspected of inciting violence at political rallies. U.S. District Judge Cormac J. Carney ruled on Wednesday to dismiss charges against Robert Rundo and Robert Boman, who were accused of conspiracy to violate the Anti-Riot Act and rioting. Rundo is believed to be a founding member of Rise Above Movement (RAM), a self-proclaimed white supremacist group. The group has been described as a “combat-ready, militant group of a new nationalist … Read more