WASHINGTON D.C.: A writers group that promotes free expression sued US President Donald Trump on Tuesday,(Wednesday in Manila) claiming he is abusing his authority to “stifle” the rights of the press.

PEN America filed the complaint in New York federal court asking for a ruling that the president is engaging in “unconstitutional actions aimed at suppressing speech” under the First Amendment of the constitution.

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