Truth Social, Rumble Sue Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Over Censorship

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) and Rumble have filed a lawsuit against Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, alleging unconstitutional censorship that violates U.S. free speech rights. The lawsuit, submitted in the U.S. District Court in Tampa, claims Moraes's orders to ban a U.S.-based Brazilian political dissident, referred to as 'Political Dissident A,' infringe upon First Amendment protections by enforcing Brazilian speech restrictions on American platforms. The plaintiffs argue that these actions compel U.S. companies to comply with extraterritorial gag orders, which they believe sets a dangerous precedent for foreign censorship. Additionally, the lawsuit contends that Moraes's directives conflict with international legal frameworks and infringe on the Communications Decency Act. TMTG and Rumble seek a jury trial and permanent injunctive relief, asserting that Moraes's actions undermine the foundational principles of open political discourse. The legal action coincides with ongoing tensions surrounding former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, highlighting the intersection of U.S. and Brazilian political dynamics.