Seth Miller, an aviation journalist and New Hampshire state lawmaker, launched a campaign to boycott Avelo Airlines due to its controversial involvement in federal deportation flights. Using billboards to promote his message, he faced pushback from the airline, which claimed trademark violation and successfully pressured the billboard operator to remove the ads. In retaliation, Miller filed a lawsuit asserting his right to free speech, highlighting the tension between corporate practices and public criticism, especially given the unusual nature of a commercial airline engaging in deportation activities without the traditional political distance.
Seth Miller argued that he has a right to voice objections to Avelo Airlines' business practices, especially their involvement in deportation flights.
Avelo Airlines began deportation flights despite public backlash, which is unusual for a commercial airline that typically avoids politically charged operations.
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