Former Officer Receives $835K After Unjust Jailing
May 20, 2026 at 14:50
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- Larry Bushart was jailed for 37 days over a Facebook post
- He won an $835,000 settlement from the county and sheriff
- Bushart emphasizes the importance of First Amendment rights
Larry Bushart, a retired police officer from Tennessee, has secured an $835,000 settlement after being incarcerated for 37 days due to a Facebook post featuring a Trump meme. The settlement comes after Bushart filed a lawsuit against the county and sheriff for what he claimed was an act of censorship.
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) confirmed that Bushart agreed to dismiss his lawsuit in return for the "substantial settlement." Expressing his relief, Bushart stated, "I am pleased my First Amendment rights have been vindicated. The people’s freedom to participate in civil discourse is crucial to a healthy democracy." He looks forward to moving on and spending time with family.
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