A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction in the case of Gilley v. Stabin, marking a significant victory for free speech rights, particularly in online and campus settings. This decision is seen as a potential precursor to further developments at the U.S. Supreme Court. The Institute for Free Speech, which supported the case, celebrated the ruling as part of a broader trend of victories for free speech. In a related matter, a Christian web designer from Denver, who previously won a Supreme Court ruling affirming her right to refuse services for same-sex weddings, is seeking nearly $2 million in legal fees. The legal team, including the conservative organization Alliance Defending Freedom, argues that their lengthy legal battle justifies the compensation request, citing the case's complexity and significance. These developments reflect ongoing tensions surrounding free speech and anti-discrimination laws in the U.S.
Conservative legal organization Alliance Defending Freedom, which represented Christian web designer Lorie Smith in her fight against a Colorado anti-discrimination law, said their victory after seven years entitled them to compensation https://t.co/jYVrjfhdNt https://t.co/6prX2rB05A
A web designer, who won a Supreme Court ruling that said the right to free speech allows some businesses to refuse services for same-sex weddings, wants $2 million in legal fees. https://t.co/9m3ii9Ztt6
Great work by my @WILawLiberty colleagues. Another win for equality under the law. @DanLennington and Cara Tolliver. https://t.co/6t9FOFVrlW