Trump commercial railing against his enemies kept airing after court blocked it

Government-funded television commercials featuring Donald Trump continued to broadcast despite a temporary restraining order issued by US District Judge Jennifer Rochon. The ads, which include content criticizing political opponents and highlighting presidential achievements, were ruled to likely violate federal laws prohibiting the use of taxpayer funds for government publicity or propaganda. Judge Rochon’s order, issued on Sunday, October 11, 2026, explicitly mandated the cancellation of all scheduled placements, including those slated for the evening the order took effect. Despite the legal directive, reports indicate that several spots remained on air the following day. The commercials in question cover various topics, ranging from nationalistic rhetoric and foreign policy stances on Iran to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The ongoing broadcast of these materials has raised significant questions regarding compliance with judicial mandates and the appropriate use of public resources for political messaging.