Overview
- Megan Thee Stallion’s request for a permanent order against blogger Milagro Cooper was denied, with the court warning that such a ban would be a prior restraint, which means blocking speech before it is made.
- The judge said the record showed no physical stalking or direct contact and noted the harassment alleged in the suit occurred online, with key posts now deleted or inaccessible.
- The court ruled that money already awarded covers past harm and is the proper remedy, as Megan won about $75,000 in damages and can seek attorney’s fees to deter future misconduct.
- The judge rejected Megan’s proposed limits as too broad, including bans on comments about her testimony, mental health, alcohol use, or family, and a 500–1,000-foot stay-away zone.
- The decision lets Cooper continue posting about Megan while making clear she remains liable if future statements are proven defamatory, underscoring how courts recognize deepfake harms yet avoid sweeping speech bans.