Texas Law Banning Drag Shows Where Children May Be Present Struck Down Again
‘This is a profoundly flawed decision that endangers our children and is an affront to Texas values,’ Ken Paxton says
TL;DR
- A federal judge has struck down Texas's law banning drag performances where children may be present.
- The judge ruled the law violates the First Amendment by improperly restricting speech.
- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton stated he will appeal the decision.
- The ruling cited concerns that the law's broad definitions could impact other performers and activities.
- Civil liberties groups and a plaintiff in the case welcomed the decision.