Council Faces Lawsuit Over Speech Ban | Venice Beach News

Los Angeles City Council faces a looming lawsuit after banning certain words during public comment, sparking a fiery First Amendment showdown. Two major civil liberties groups are demanding the council halt removing speakers for offensive language unless actual disruption occurs — a move that’s already forced out resident Stacey Segarra-Bohlinger. The council defends the rule, citing “fighting words” and past Supreme Court precedent, but critics say it’s unconstitutional, viewpoint-based, and overly broad. With no official response yet, this clash between free speech and public order is heating up — and the outcome could set a major legal precedent. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f1206ee9e0e7fae4