A federal judge has rejected the Justice Department’s request to stay an order that limits the Biden administration’s communication with social media companies over concerns about free speech. The judge, Terry Doughty, who was appointed by Trump in Louisiana, denied the DOJ’s motion to stay the injunction while they appeal the decision. However, the Justice Department quickly filed an emergency motion in the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals to stay the order. The DOJ argues that the order’s broad scope and ambiguous terms restrict the government from engaging in lawful and responsible conduct with social media platforms, which are crucial for protecting the American people and democratic processes. The ruling comes after two Republican attorneys general accused federal officials of colluding with social media platforms to target certain speakers and content. Now, administration officials are prohibited from contacting social media companies regarding the removal or suppression of protected free speech content. This decision is a setback for the Biden administration’s efforts to combat online disinformation.
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