The freshly passed legislation allows the Treasury Department to categorically label nonprofit organizations as supporters of 'terrorism,' potentially erasing their tax-exempt status, critics argue.
After the election, the bill, previously gaining bipartisan support, saw a notable drop in Democratic backing, mainly due to concerns that it might empower the incoming Trump administration to target dissenters.
Critics, including the ACLU, warn that the bill creates a relentless 'blank check' for presidents, endangering organizations that voice opposition and curbing important civic discourse.
As chilling tales emerge, like the one of Briana Boston threatening an insurance representative regarding denied coverage, the implications for free speech and activism grow increasingly dire.
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