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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Emily Wagster Pettus

US judge temporarily blocks Mississippi law on state police permits for some protests

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A federal judge Thursday temporarily blocked a new Mississippi law that requires permission from state police for protests or other gatherings near state government buildings in the capital city of Jackson.

U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate said the law is vague and could have a chilling effect on First Amendment rights, particularly for people who want to demonstrate against government actions.

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