How did the supreme court rule regarding the espoinage act?

The Supreme Court upheld the Espionage Act in several key cases, most notably in Schenck v. United States (1919). The Court ruled that the government could restrict speech that poses a "clear and present danger" to national security, particularly during wartime. This decision affirmed the government's authority to limit certain forms of expression that could undermine military efforts or public order. Ultimately, the ruling established important precedents for the balance between free speech and national security.