Bars are allowed to throw out Donald Trump supporters, judge rules

A US judge has ruled that bars are allowed to refuse service to Donald Trump supporters because the law does not protect against political discrimination.

It comes after a man took legal action against a Philadelphia pub for being thrown out while wearing a “Make America Great Again” cap, the New York Post reported.

Greg Piatek, 30, claimed he was shown the door by the bar’s manager as he was told: “Anyone who supports Trump — or believes what you believe — is not welcome here. And you need to leave right now because we won’t serve you”.

But at a hearing on Wednesday Manhattan judge David Cohen ruled that there is nothing “outrageous” about throwing out supporters of the US President, according to the Post.

“Plaintiff does not state any faith-based principle to which the hat relates,” said Judge Cohen as Mr Piatek’s case for unspecified emotional damages was dismissed.

Mr Piatek and his lawyer are reviewing the decision to determine whether or not to appeal.