Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has taken legal action against the state of New York, alleging that it violated the First Amendment rights of Missourians by restricting former President Trump's ability to campaign during the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Bailey's lawsuit claims that New York's actions have hindered Trump's campaign efforts, thereby depriving Missourians of the opportunity to make an informed decision when casting their votes.
The lawsuit, which has been filed with the Supreme Court, seeks to declare New York's restrictions on Trump's campaign as unlawful interference in the presidential election. Bailey is pushing for the removal of any gag orders against Trump and a halt to his pending sentencing until after the election.