@CatsOnACouch Instagram Creator Barred from JD Vance Event Sues, Alleges Violation of First Amendment Rights | American Civil Liberties Union

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@CatsOnACouch Instagram Creator Barred from JD Vance Event Sues, Alleges Violation of First Amendment Rights

Amanda McGonigle runs an account dedicated to mocking the vice president and conducting mutual aid efforts

Case: McGonigle v. Curran

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PORTLAND, Maine – Amanda McGonigle, creator of the social media accounts @CatsOnACouch, filed suit today...