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West Virginia Supreme Court candidate Martin Sheehan lost a federal court battle over rules limiting his campaign speech. Known for his flashy style, Sheehan sued the states Judicial Investigation Commission, claiming the rules violated his First Amendment rights. However, U.S. District Judge Thomas Johnston ruled against him, stating the rules target only specific types of speech and Sheehan hadnt clearly stated his intention to break them. Sheehan must now campaign under these limits, with eyes on how it affects his primary race.

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