Media groups sue Trump over paid access to public social media posts
Summary
Media groups have sued President Donald Trump to stop his social media service from charging people for early access to his posts. The lawsuit argues that selling this access to government information violates the Constitution and limits public access to important announcements.Key Facts
- The Intercept and Freedom of the Press Foundation filed a federal lawsuit against President Donald Trump.
- The lawsuit targets Truth API, a subscription service charging $60,000 to $100,000 a month for early access to posts on Truth Social.
- The service was launched on August 1 and already has more than 10 subscribers.
- Plaintiffs claim the service breaks the First Amendment by denying equal public access to presidential announcements.
- The lawsuit also cites the Fifth Amendment, saying the government cannot charge arbitrary fees for public information.
- The complaint names President Trump, White House aide Natalie Harp, and Deputy Chief of Staff Daniel Scavino.
- Trump’s posts sometimes contain policy announcements that affect markets and global affairs.
- Trump Media says presidential communications already circulate through many paid platforms and news outlets.
- The case will be heard in federal court in the Southern District of New York.
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