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RNC's litigation against Google dismissed; Section 230 protections upheld for online platforms.

EFF supports TikTok's call for reconsideration of a ruling that undermines Section 230 protections critical for maintaining diverse online platforms.

The article discusses the implications of the First Amendment and Section 230 on online speech and content moderation by companies.

California's law against election-related deepfakes faces First Amendment challenges, highlighting tensions between free speech and electoral integrity.

A federal judge paused California's election deepfake law for violating the First Amendment, emphasizing the need for free expression in democratic debate.

Elon Musk's X is suing California over a law aimed at combating AI-generated election misinformation, citing concerns over free speech.

A federal judge blocked California's AI deepfake law, asserting it infringes on First Amendment rights related to satire and free expression.

A California judge blocked the state’s deepfakes law, ruling it unconstitutional for violating free speech rights under the First Amendment.

California's deepfake law is paused after a judge ruled it likely violates First Amendment rights, emphasizing free expression.

Ongoing attacks on free speech threaten expression and creativity across various American institutions.

HB 1126 violates First Amendment rights and endangers minors' access to protected expression online.

The law imposes burdensome age verification that threatens online privacy and freedom of speech.

The FCC is investigating Big Tech's role in censorship against Americans.

Leavitt's claim of Google censoring Trump-related searches highlights ongoing tensions between free speech and perceived censorship by tech companies.

Tim Walz's remarks on free speech challenge longstanding First Amendment interpretations and raise concerns about potential censorship under current political definitions.

Joe Gow was fired from UW-La Crosse for making pornographic films that violated his employment terms and affected the university's reputation.

TikTok claims U.S. users' First Amendment rights protect them from a sell-off bill that acts as a ban.

Judge questions social media companies' liability arguments for youth addiction claims, emphasizing that services may require warning obligations similar to products.

The Sixth Circuit ruled that a professor's lawsuit for retaliation over gender dysphoria views can proceed to trial, protecting his First Amendment rights.

A federal judge dismissed an indictment against a man charged with threatening an election official, reflecting on the case's emotional impact and First Amendment rights.

A federal judge blocks a Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments postings in public classrooms, ruling it unconstitutional under the First Amendment.

The Ten Commandments cannot be displayed in U.S. classrooms due to their overtly religious nature, violating constitutional principles.

Louisiana's law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms was blocked by a federal judge for being unconstitutional.

The Louisiana law requiring display of the 10 Commandments in schools was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge for its religious intent.

This lawsuit raises significant questions about freedom of expression for artists in politically sensitive contexts.

Montclair State University revoked a restrictive protest policy after criticism, but the revised rules still limit protest areas, raising concerns over free speech.

The fate of free speech is a pivotal issue in the upcoming elections.

Elon Musk supports Trump as a champion for free speech against governmental censorship.

The Supreme Court may reconsider the First Amendment in a way reminiscent of its approach to the Second Amendment, potentially endangering modern free speech rights.

Aura Moody is suing the New York Mets for $2 million, claiming her First Amendment rights were violated when she was barred from wearing a MAGA hat.

The Biden administration's policy change allows sanctioned individuals, including Hamas and Hezbollah members, to speak at American-sponsored overseas conferences.

Rosenworcel defends the integrity of broadcast licensing against Trump's criticism, highlighting the importance of the First Amendment.

TikTok defends user First Amendment rights against proposed sell-off, claiming it amounts to a ban.

Twitter argues a nondisclosure order violated its First Amendment rights regarding executive privilege and government overreach.

Trump's Twitter usage prior to the Capitol attack raises questions about misinformation and its impact on democracy.

TikTok seeks Trump's intervention to avoid a U.S. ban, although legal challenges are underway against a looming sale mandate.

Federal judge blocks Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in every public classroom citing unconstitutionality.

A judge ruled that a principal was not discriminated against for LGBTQ+ advocacy, citing lack of First Amendment protection and refusal to follow orders.

Trump could limit press freedoms in a potential second term, raising alarm among advocates and legal experts.

Trump's rhetoric poses a significant threat to press freedom in the U.S., raising alarms among press freedom organizations.

Complacency about press freedom endangers democracy, as the U.S. now ranks 55th globally, showcasing a significant decline.

Richard N. Winfield significantly advanced press freedoms and legal protections for journalists during his influential career as an attorney for The Associated Press.

The Supreme Court declined to hear X's appeal regarding a search warrant in Trump's election-interference case, affecting social media's role in privacy rights.

Trump's election does not shield him from all legal repercussions, especially personal lawsuits that are not directly tied to his political status.

Trump's demand for CBS to release interview transcripts conflicts with standard media editing practices and the First Amendment.

A venture capitalist is suing a journalist for reporting his domestic violence arrest, raising First Amendment issues.

A Florida judge criticized DeSantis for threatening broadcasters of an abortion rights ad, emphasizing First Amendment protections against such government interference.

Ron DeSantis's administration is accused of threatening media outlets to suppress reproductive rights advocacy, raising First Amendment concerns.

Lawyers pursuing defamation claims should understand the legal principles involved to avoid folly, as demonstrated by Brett Soloway's lawsuit.

A Connecticut judge dismissed a lawyer's First Amendment lawsuit against a BigLaw partner, upholding protections under the state's anti-SLAPP law.

The court ruled against Florida's threats to TV stations running ads about a referendum to repeal the state's abortion ban, emphasizing First Amendment rights.

A North Dakota judge ruled against EEOC regulations on abortion and LGBTQ+ issues, citing First Amendment concerns for religious employers.

The court ruled against DeSantis, highlighting efforts to censor free speech regarding abortion rights in Florida.

DeSantis is using taxpayer funds to suppress pro-choice advertisements to maintain Florida's unpopular six-week abortion ban, threatening media with legal action.

A lawsuit has been filed against DeSantis for violating the First Amendment by threatening criminal penalties against stations airing pro-choice ads.

Florida's government is threatening TV stations with criminal penalties for airing ads supporting abortion rights, raising First Amendment concerns.

Florida's threats against TV stations over abortion rights ads were ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge.

Discord is defending user anonymity and First Amendment rights in a legal dispute over complying with a subpoena related to copyright infringement.

Discord defends user anonymity against Nexon's piracy claims, citing First Amendment rights amid a DMCA subpoena dispute.

Political campaigns face minimal legal consequences for false statements due to First Amendment protections.

Courts uphold the idea that free speech includes the possibility of political lies.

Adult film professionals are campaigning against Republican attempts to criminalize pornography, portraying it as a misinformation issue.

The Hands Off My Porn campaign targets swing states and emphasizes voter registration.

California's law on election deepfakes paused over First Amendment concerns, highlighting risks of unjustly stifling free speech.

California's attempt to regulate AI deepfakes in elections via AB 2839 is halted by a judge before its enforcement.

The lawsuit demanding a 'straight pride' flag in Denver schools was dismissed, affirming that school policies support individual teachers' choices on flag displays.

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit claiming discrimination over the absence of straight Pride flags in a Denver public school.

A school principal's protections against retaliation for LGBTQ advocacy were denied by a federal judge based on her non-marginalized status.

The New York City law requiring food delivery companies to share customer data with restaurants was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge.

The requirement for food delivery companies to share customer data with restaurants was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge.

The 1895 ordinance banning offensive conduct likely violates the First Amendment, as ruled by a federal judge.

TikTok's future in the U.S. hangs in the balance as judges question the legality of forcing a divestment by its Chinese owner.

Congress acknowledges TikTok users' First Amendment rights but banned the app regardless, undermining rights and privacy.

Hypothetical dangers surrounding TikTok raised by Congress lacked actual harm evidence.