Since his election, Trump has intensified his hostility towards the press and critics, framing his actions as a protection of free speech despite contradicting constitutional principles. His executive order, issued on the first day of his presidency, accused the prior administration of suppressing speech, yet overlooked the bipartisan pressure social media companies face to censor unwanted content. Legal experts assert that Trump's approach undermines journalists' ability to report freely, creating a chilling atmosphere. Trump's legal actions against media outlets underscore his aggressive stance against unfavorable coverage, contributing to a broader campaign against dissent and criticism.
"We're seeing a multipronged attack on free speech, but not just any free speech. I think, in particular, we're seeing a multipronged attack on the ability of journalists as well as individuals to call into question anything that Donald Trump or that the Trump administration does."
"After Trump won the presidency, he went after several media outlets. He filed two cases against The Des Moines Register and its pollster, J Ann Selzer, after it ran a poll suggesting Trump was trailing Vice President Harris."
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