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DNC alleges Trump violated court order by posting campaign video on White House YouTube

The Democratic National Committee filed a complaint claiming President Donald Trump used the White House YouTube channel to run a campaign ad, breaching a temporary restraining order.

In a new court filing, the Democratic National Committee accused President Donald Trump of violating a temporary restraining order by publishing a campaign advertisement on the White House YouTube channel. The ad, named “President Trump's Second Term: Stephen Miller,” was uploaded a week ago and promotes claims about pipelines, gas prices, and inflation. Federal law bars political activity by federal workers and prohibits the use of taxpayer-funded platforms for campaign messaging.

The complaint cites prior instances where the administration allegedly sidestepped court orders in New Jersey, Minnesota, Rhode Island, Illinois, Washington D.C., and the demolition of historic cherry-blossom trees at East Potomac Park. No administration official has yet been held in contempt for these alleged violations. The filing seeks enforcement of the original order and highlights the broader pattern of alleged non-compliance.

Why it matters

It raises questions about the separation of government resources from partisan campaigning.

How this story developed

  1. Oct 18 Trump unveils plan to convert D.C.'s East Potomac Golf Links into championship venue
  2. Oct 19 The existing course will be closed for about 15 months for redevelopment.

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