Trump Media and Rumble Sue Brazilian Judge Over Alleged Censorship

The lawsuit challenges Justice Alexandre de Moraes’ orders targeting U.S.-based accounts of Bolsonaro supporters as violations of First Amendment rights.

Trump Media & Technology Group and Rumble filed a lawsuit in Florida against Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, alleging his orders violated U.S. free speech protections.
The lawsuit argues that de Moraes’ gag orders targeting a right-wing Brazilian commentator in the U.S. are unenforceable under American law and infringe on First Amendment rights.
The legal action comes shortly after former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was indicted on charges including an alleged coup plot and plans to assassinate political rivals, including de Moraes.
Rumble claims that de Moraes’ orders, which include daily fines and a potential platform ban in Brazil, could disrupt its operations and impact Truth Social, which relies on Rumble’s infrastructure.
The case highlights tensions between U.S. and Brazilian legal frameworks, with critics questioning the jurisdiction of foreign courts over American companies.