Constitutional lawyers call Trump's First Amendment defense against Jan. 6 lawsuits 'spurious'

Authors :: Hsu, Spencer S.
Source :: The Washington Post. July 9, 2021
Publication Year :: 2021
Abstract: Byline: Spencer S. Hsu WASHINGTON - Former president Donald Trump's claim that the First Amendment shields his conduct leading up to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot is legally 'spurious' and [...]

Subjects :: U.S. Capitol Insurrection, 2021
Freedom of speech -- Laws, regulations and rules -- Political aspects
Attorneys -- Beliefs, opinions and attitudes
Incitement (Criminal law) -- Laws, regulations and rules
Riots -- Political aspects
Ex-presidents -- Beliefs, opinions and attitudes -- Influence
Government regulation
General interest
News, opinion and commentary
United States Constitution. 1st Amendment

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