Judge refuses to suspend order limiting Biden administration's contact with social media companies

A federal judge denied a request from the Justice Department to delay an order banning federal agencies from communicating with social media companies.
The order came in response to a lawsuit claiming the Biden administration censored free speech by pressuring companies to remove certain content.
The judge's ruling prevents government officials from encouraging the removal of posts containing protected free speech.
The administration argued the order could hamper its ability to address public concerns and law enforcement duties.
The plaintiffs said the order still allows officials to contact companies regarding criminal activity, public safety threats, and election issues.