SCOTUS Rejects X's Appeal in Trump Data Case

SCOTUS Rejects X's Appeal in Trump Data Case
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Anti-Trump narrative

The government's actions were necessary to prevent the potential destruction of evidence and protect the integrity of the investigation. The courts were right to prioritize national security concerns over X's First Amendment claims. This decision sets a precedent for future cases involving high-profile investigations related to national security.

Pro-Trump narrative

SCOTUS' decision not to hear this case sets a dangerous precedent for privacy and privilege. The government can now potentially invade attorney-client, journalist-source, and doctor-patient privileges without notice. It's an unprecedented end-run around executive privilege that could have far-reaching consequences for all users of social media platforms.

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