Texas Barred From Enforcing Newly Minted Anti-Drag-Show Law

Texas is barred from enforcing its ban on drag show performances following a trial on the merits of the claims.

Judge David Hittner of the US District Court for the Southern District of Texas issued a two week temporary restraining order Thursday after finding “a substantial likelihood” that the law violates the First Amendment. A permanent injunction will be issued when “a final judgment can be drafted and entered,” Hittner said.

Hittner issued the order following a preliminary injunction hearing that was consolidated into a final trial on the merits held on Aug. 28.

“The impending infringement on the plaintiffs ...