Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent U.S. presidential candidate, and health professional Connie Sampognaro have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration, alleging the removal of COVID-related content and violation of free speech rights. The lawsuit, known as Kennedy v. Biden, claims that the administration's actions amount to censorship and interference with the plaintiffs' ability to express their views. The filing was granted by a U.S. district court in Louisiana, with Judge Terry A. Doughty stating that Kennedy is likely to succeed in his claims [5c88e7cc].
However, the Biden administration has filed an emergency motion with the 5th Circuit US Court of Appeals to dismiss the injunction. The administration's lawyers argue that the injunction is overbroad and that plaintiffs suing on similar grounds are unlikely to prevail. They cite the Supreme Court ruling in Murthy v. Missouri as precedent for their argument [5c88e7cc].
The Kennedy v. Biden lawsuit adds to the ongoing debate about the power of social media platforms and the government's role in regulating online content. Kennedy and Sampognaro's lawsuit alleges that the Biden administration's actions constitute censorship and a violation of their free speech rights. The lawsuit has garnered attention and support from those who believe that social media platforms and the government should not have the authority to control the flow of information and limit individuals' ability to express their views [5c88e7cc].