Judge Rules Donald Trump Can't Block Users on Twitter | THR News

Judge Rules Donald Trump Can't Block Users on Twitter | THR News

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A federal judge ruled that President Trump cannot block Twitter users based on their political views, as it violates the 1st Amendment. The lawsuit, filed by Twitter users and the Knight First Amendment Institute, argued that Trump's Twitter account is a public forum. The court's decision extends to all public officials, emphasizing that no one is above the law. The ruling may lead to more litigation against officials who block users on social media. The court expects Trump to comply with the ruling without needing an injunction.

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What implications does this ruling have for other public officials?

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What did the judge say about the authority of government officials in relation to the law?

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