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Trump commercial railing against his enemies kept airing after court blocked it
Publication: Ars Technica - All content
Author: Jon Brodkin
Source published: 13/10/2026, 19:50:37 UTC
Briefing created: 19/10/2026, 02:05:20 UTC
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Briefings
A US District Judge issued a temporary restraining order on October 11, 2026, blocking Trump commercial ads that aired the following day. The ads were funded by the US government and featured Trump railing against perceived enemies, praising his record, and discussing the Iran war and Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The order took effect at 6:45 pm on the blocked date, requiring the government to cancel placements for that evening.
Key points
- A US District Judge Jennifer Rochon issued a temporary restraining order on October 11, 2026, blocking Trump ads funded by the US government.
- The blocked ads aired the next day, featuring Trump railing against perceived enemies and praising his record as president.
Context
Trump commercials paid for by the US government continued airing on TV the day after a judge blocked them because they likely violate a law against government-funded publicity or propaganda.
Limitations
Evidence covers only the specific blocking event on October 11, 2026, and the immediate aftermath. It does not include the full history of government-funded ads or the legal basis for the ban beyond the stated law.
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