A federal judge on August 26, 2026, struck down a Texas law that aimed to restrict public drag performances. U.S. District Judge David Hittner stated that Senate Bill 12, passed in 2023, violated the First Amendment and constituted an unconstitutional restriction on free speech.
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Federal judge rules against Texas law limiting drag performances
A federal judge has ruled against a Texas law that sought to limit public drag performances, citing violations of the First Amendment. This decision marks the second time the law has been struck down.
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