President Trump is facing restrictions on his speech that could have broad implications for how he defends himself and campaigns against President Biden.
Former President Donald Trump is facing two controversial restrictions on his speech as he fends off multiple indictments that will likely influence public perception in his presidential campaign. It’s difficult to determine the ultimate impact of his Washington and New York gag orders, but they’ve prompted debate over how political candidates can be restricted while running for office.
As these orders make their way through the courts, here are five things to consider:
1. The DC Order Is Unprecedented
U.S. District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan’s gag order restricts President Trump’s ability to speak about that case and its underlying events. Assuming that President Trump wins the GOP nomination, his main opponent is currently slated to be the man whose administration is prosecuting him for how he challenged the results of their previous contest.
