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TexasTowelie

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Wed Feb 18, 2026, 12:17 AM 9 hrs ago

Breaking: Trump dealt humiliating loss in court - Brian Tyler Cohen



Legal Breakdown episode 668: Trump forced to reinstate slavery exhibitions in Philadelphia.

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Here are the key points from the video:

• Federal judge blocked Trump administration's removal of slavery exhibits at George Washington's presidential residence in Philadelphia, which documented the nine enslaved people who lived there

• Judge Cynthia Rufe (Bush appointee) issued a 40-page ruling opening with a George Orwell quote, ordering immediate restoration of the historically accurate exhibits that were torn down

• Trump administration violated federal law including the Administrative Procedures Act and failed to coordinate with Philadelphia officials as required

• No evidence presented by Trump administration to defend their actions in court, suggesting they may be banking on Supreme Court support if appealed

• Judge emphasized the exhibits were historically accurate - Trump administration even admitted this but argued the government should display content matching "its viewpoint"

• Appeal is underway though the injunction stands; legal experts suggest criminal contempt charges may be necessary to enforce compliance with court orders
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