Lawsuit by Reps. Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene against California cities
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich reacts to members resigning from Congress and drama in the U.S. House of Representatives. A federal judge allows a lawsuit from Reps. Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene to proceed against two California cities that canceled their rallies in 2021. The lawsuit alleges their First Amendment rights were violated.
Key Points
- Judge allows lawsuit to proceed against California cities for canceling rallies
- Plaintiffs allege their First Amendment rights were violated
- Plaintiffs seek injunction and damages for emotional distress
Pros
- Judge allows lawsuit to proceed, suggesting a legitimate claim against the cities
- Plaintiffs seek injunction against cities from coercing private venues
Cons
- Judge dismisses conspiracy claims against civil rights groups
- Judge criticizes GOP lawmakers for lack of evidence in conspiracy claims