Trump Administration Aired 2 Ads in 400-Plus Spots Despite Judge's Cancellation Order
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Updated · ms.now · Oct 13
Trump Administration Aired 2 Ads in 400-Plus Spots Despite Judge's Cancellation Order
3 articles · Updated · ms.now · Oct 13
Summary
Two Trump administration ads ran in more than 400 placements after Judge Jennifer Rochon ordered all challenged ad slots canceled, including scheduled airings on Oct. 11.
An apology letter from the U.S. Attorney's Office said DOJ notified agency counsel about 8 p.m. that night, but agency lawyers did not see the email until the next morning.
Rochon has set an in-person conference for Wednesday to examine whether her order was ignored and who bears responsibility inside the administration.
The episode adds to broader judicial scrutiny of Trump administration compliance, as another federal judge has halted a 260-tree removal plan and a Maryland judge already held officials in contempt over an asylum deportation.