James Donato
James Donato is a United States District Judge for the Northern District of California, known for his rulings on a variety of significant legal issues, including those related to technology and civil rights. He gained attention for dismissing former President Donald Trump's lawsuit against Twitter, ruling that the social media platform did not violate Trump's First Amendment rights when it suspended his account following the January 6 insurrection. Donato's decisions often reflect a thorough analysis of constitutional principles, making him a notable figure in the intersection of law and technology.
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Recent news mentions
James Donato is the U.S. judge who must approve the proposed changes to Google's Play Store.
Google ends legal battle with Epic Games, offers to lower app store commissions
Canada· 2026-03-04
Judge James Donato is set to approve the terms of the settlement presented in the Federal Court of San Francisco.
Компания-единорог с белорусскими корнями заплатит миллионы долларов за злоупотребление личными данными
Belarus· 2025-09-26
U.S. District Judge James Donato issued the injunction blocking 21 agencies from implementing Trump’s executive order.
Court allows Trump to end union bargaining for federal workers
Guyana· 2025-08-02
Judge James Donato of the US District Court in San Francisco granted the preliminary injunction requested by a coalition of unions.
Federal judge halts Trump’s order to end collective bargaining rights for many federal workers
United States· 2025-06-25
Judge James Donato dismissed Trump's lawsuit against Twitter, stating it did not infringe on his First Amendment rights.
Elon Musk-owned X settles with Donald Trump over January 6 suspensionUnited States· 2025-02-13
