Florida has become a battleground for free speech as Governor Ron DeSantis' administration faces legal challenges over its attempts to censor pro-abortion rights advertisements ahead of a pivotal ballot measure. U.S. District Judge Mark Walker has extended a temporary restraining order preventing Florida’s Surgeon General, Joseph Ladapo, from coercing television stations to remove ads promoting Amendment 4, which seeks to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution. The ads feature Caroline Williams, who recounts her struggle to access life-saving medical care due to Florida's restrictive abortion laws. Walker criticized the state for its indirect censorship and emphasized that labeling speech as 'false' does not justify suppression under the First Amendment. This ruling is seen as a significant victory for advocates of abortion rights, affirming the principle that the government cannot silence dissenting views. The restraining order will remain in effect until at least November 12, ensuring continued support for the advertisement campaign leading up to the election.