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Trump Faces Legal Challenges Over Mobile App Access

Updated 2026-10-09 01:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Judge questions whether former President Donald Trump can charge $100,000 for early access to posts on his Truth Social app. The case raises concerns about press freedom and potential legal implications.

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Ars Technica

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