Missouri AG Sues New York For Lawfare ‘Interference’ In Presidential Election
SUMMARY
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has filed a lawsuit against New York, alleging that the trial against former President Donald Trump infringes on Missourians' First Amendment rights to hear from a presidential candidate. The lawsuit claims the charges against Trump are politically motivated to damage his campaign and restrict his ability to campaign. Bailey also argues that a gag order on Trump and the impending sentencing impede voters' ability to be fully informed and violate the Purcell principle, which seeks to avoid voter confusion. The lawsuit seeks to halt proceedings until after the 2024 election.
