Trump's return may not effectively dismantle the deep state due to institutional resistance.
New financial rules indicate some bureaucratic response to Trump's return.
TikTok goes offline in the US hours before ban due to come in
TikTok has gone offline in the US due to a law banning the platform, with incoming President Trump indicating he might offer a reprieve.
Trump orders government not to infringe on Americans' speech, calls for censorship investigation
Trump's executive order seeks to protect free speech from federal censorship, aligning with his campaign promises against perceived government overreach.
Mehdi Hasan Calls Bullsh*t' on Piers Morgan, Tells Him You're Rolling Over for Trump'
Mehdi Hasan criticized Piers Morgan for supporting Donald Trump's lawsuits against media, asserting it undermines free speech principles.
Trump Threatens Comcast With "Big" Consequences After Seth Meyers Jokes About Him
Trump's rhetoric towards journalists reflects a troubling attitude toward free speech and dissent.
They're Scared
Trump's return may not effectively dismantle the deep state due to institutional resistance.
New financial rules indicate some bureaucratic response to Trump's return.
TikTok goes offline in the US hours before ban due to come in
TikTok has gone offline in the US due to a law banning the platform, with incoming President Trump indicating he might offer a reprieve.
Trump orders government not to infringe on Americans' speech, calls for censorship investigation
Trump's executive order seeks to protect free speech from federal censorship, aligning with his campaign promises against perceived government overreach.
Mehdi Hasan Calls Bullsh*t' on Piers Morgan, Tells Him You're Rolling Over for Trump'
Mehdi Hasan criticized Piers Morgan for supporting Donald Trump's lawsuits against media, asserting it undermines free speech principles.
Trump Threatens Comcast With "Big" Consequences After Seth Meyers Jokes About Him
Trump's rhetoric towards journalists reflects a troubling attitude toward free speech and dissent.
EFF Statement on U.S. Supreme Court's Decision to Uphold TikTok Ban
The Court's ruling undermines First Amendment protections by prioritizing data privacy concerns over free speech rights.
Comprehensive consumer privacy legislation is needed instead of targeting specific social media platforms.
Burning Questions About the TikTok Ban, Answered
The TikTok ban raises significant concerns about user privacy and free speech amidst national security debates.
How the United States Learned to Love Internet Censorship
America's status as the home of the free internet is declining due to increasing regulations and censorship.
Legislation targeting foreign apps like TikTok reflects a significant shift in the perception of internet freedom in the U.S.
Supreme Court case on age limits for porn sites could affect 19 states
Age verification laws aim to protect minors but may infringe on adults' First Amendment rights, leading some sites to refuse compliance.
Labour to revive controversial university freedom of speech legislation
The UK education ministry is reviving a contentious free speech act, reconsidering provisions to avoid potential legal issues and protection of hate speech.
Government to implement university free speech law
Government plans to reactivate the Higher Education Freedom of Speech Act to uphold free speech on university campuses after previous concerns.
EFF Statement on U.S. Supreme Court's Decision to Uphold TikTok Ban
The Court's ruling undermines First Amendment protections by prioritizing data privacy concerns over free speech rights.
Comprehensive consumer privacy legislation is needed instead of targeting specific social media platforms.
Burning Questions About the TikTok Ban, Answered
The TikTok ban raises significant concerns about user privacy and free speech amidst national security debates.
How the United States Learned to Love Internet Censorship
America's status as the home of the free internet is declining due to increasing regulations and censorship.
Legislation targeting foreign apps like TikTok reflects a significant shift in the perception of internet freedom in the U.S.
Supreme Court case on age limits for porn sites could affect 19 states
Age verification laws aim to protect minors but may infringe on adults' First Amendment rights, leading some sites to refuse compliance.
Labour to revive controversial university freedom of speech legislation
The UK education ministry is reviving a contentious free speech act, reconsidering provisions to avoid potential legal issues and protection of hate speech.
Government to implement university free speech law
Government plans to reactivate the Higher Education Freedom of Speech Act to uphold free speech on university campuses after previous concerns.
Meta is highlighting a splintering global approach to online speech
Meta is changing its fact-checking approach in the US, aligning with Trump to resist perceived censorship from Europe.
How the Trump administration threatens internet freedoms
Trump's government agency picks may threaten internet freedoms, according to tech experts, as they are inclined to censor online speech.
Middle East Analyst: Netanyahu Will Try to Scuttle Ceasefire After First Phase
The upcoming years under Trump's presidency threaten vulnerable communities, but collective action and dedicated journalism can counter these challenges.
Trump's incoming 'canceled' Cabinet know full well the censorship regime that silenced America - ready to embody 'Government by Middle Finger'
Trump's cabinet appointees are individuals who have faced censorship and understand the administrative state's coercive tactics against free speech.
Meta is highlighting a splintering global approach to online speech
Meta is changing its fact-checking approach in the US, aligning with Trump to resist perceived censorship from Europe.
How the Trump administration threatens internet freedoms
Trump's government agency picks may threaten internet freedoms, according to tech experts, as they are inclined to censor online speech.
Middle East Analyst: Netanyahu Will Try to Scuttle Ceasefire After First Phase
The upcoming years under Trump's presidency threaten vulnerable communities, but collective action and dedicated journalism can counter these challenges.
Trump's incoming 'canceled' Cabinet know full well the censorship regime that silenced America - ready to embody 'Government by Middle Finger'
Trump's cabinet appointees are individuals who have faced censorship and understand the administrative state's coercive tactics against free speech.
Venezuela releases prominent rights advocate Carlos Correa from detention
Carlos Correa's detention reflects the broader crackdown on dissent and human rights in Venezuela under President Maduro's administration.
Protesters blocked from entering rotunda during Rhode Island governor's State of the State address
Protesters were barred from entering the Rhode Island State House during the governor's address, raising concerns over free speech and public access.
EFFecting Change: Digital Rights & the New Administration
The EFFecting Change livestream will address the future of digital rights under the new U.S. administration, focusing on privacy and surveillance issues.
The Supreme Court could decide the fate of Pornhub - and the rest of the internet
The Supreme Court is deliberating the implications of Texas' HB 1181 on legal protections for sexual content on the internet.
Pornhub lockdown and fact-free Zuckbots - welcome to 2025
The Supreme Court's ruling on free speech versus online pornography laws is contentious and significant.
Prohibition and regulatory measures tend to exacerbate problems rather than resolve them.
The Supreme Court Changed Its Mind About Online Porn
The Supreme Court is retreating from its protective stance on free speech regarding the internet, raising constitutional concerns.
Porn access debate comes before the conservative-majority Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is set to evaluate a Texas law requiring age verification for pornographic websites, raising constitutional free speech concerns.
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
Arkansas Chief Justice defies colleagues over constitutional orders and employment agreements, highlighting deepening conflicts within the state Supreme Court.
Supreme Court seems open to age checks for online porn, though some free-speech questions remain
The Supreme Court shows openness to Texas' online pornography law but is concerned about its impact on free speech rights for adults.
The Supreme Court could decide the fate of Pornhub - and the rest of the internet
The Supreme Court is deliberating the implications of Texas' HB 1181 on legal protections for sexual content on the internet.
Pornhub lockdown and fact-free Zuckbots - welcome to 2025
The Supreme Court's ruling on free speech versus online pornography laws is contentious and significant.
Prohibition and regulatory measures tend to exacerbate problems rather than resolve them.
The Supreme Court Changed Its Mind About Online Porn
The Supreme Court is retreating from its protective stance on free speech regarding the internet, raising constitutional concerns.
Porn access debate comes before the conservative-majority Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is set to evaluate a Texas law requiring age verification for pornographic websites, raising constitutional free speech concerns.
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
Arkansas Chief Justice defies colleagues over constitutional orders and employment agreements, highlighting deepening conflicts within the state Supreme Court.
Supreme Court seems open to age checks for online porn, though some free-speech questions remain
The Supreme Court shows openness to Texas' online pornography law but is concerned about its impact on free speech rights for adults.
Mark Zuckerberg's Political Evolution, From Apologies to No More Apologies
Zuckerberg shifts Meta's approach to misinformation, emphasizing free expression over fact-checking and moderation after years of criticism.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle slam Mark Zuckerberg over 'harmful' Meta change: 'Allowing more abuse'
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle criticize Meta's decision to scrap fact-checking as a move that undermines free speech and enables hate speech.
Mark Zuckerberg Wants to Be Elon Musk
Meta is shifting towards prioritizing free expression by loosening content filters and abolishing third-party fact-checking in its platforms.
Mark Zuckerberg Is at War With Himself
Mark Zuckerberg is shifting Meta's approach towards prioritizing free speech and political content, reflecting a resistance to censorship on social media.
The fallout of Meta's content moderation overhaul
Meta is shifting to a more lenient content moderation approach, prioritizing 'Community Notes' and reducing restrictions on controversial topics.
Fact Checker Condemns Facebook for Cutting Ties With First Responders' of the Internet
Meta's discontinuation of partnerships with fact-checkers undermines efforts to combat misinformation effectively.
Mark Zuckerberg's Political Evolution, From Apologies to No More Apologies
Zuckerberg shifts Meta's approach to misinformation, emphasizing free expression over fact-checking and moderation after years of criticism.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle slam Mark Zuckerberg over 'harmful' Meta change: 'Allowing more abuse'
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle criticize Meta's decision to scrap fact-checking as a move that undermines free speech and enables hate speech.
Mark Zuckerberg Wants to Be Elon Musk
Meta is shifting towards prioritizing free expression by loosening content filters and abolishing third-party fact-checking in its platforms.
Mark Zuckerberg Is at War With Himself
Mark Zuckerberg is shifting Meta's approach towards prioritizing free speech and political content, reflecting a resistance to censorship on social media.
The fallout of Meta's content moderation overhaul
Meta is shifting to a more lenient content moderation approach, prioritizing 'Community Notes' and reducing restrictions on controversial topics.
Fact Checker Condemns Facebook for Cutting Ties With First Responders' of the Internet
Meta's discontinuation of partnerships with fact-checkers undermines efforts to combat misinformation effectively.
We can't let Mark Zuckerberg pass the buck on Meta's censorship
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg confessed to Joe Rogan about government pressure to censor posts, raising concerns over social media's role in political influence.
Free speech, Meta, data privacy and email: A delicate balance or a complete disconnect? | MarTech
Meta's shift to a community notes model signifies a growing divide in content moderation strategies, impacting the dynamics of free speech and trust.
Opinion | Mark Zuckerberg's Macho Posturing Looks a Lot Like Cowardice
Zuckerberg's podcast appearance reveals contradictions between advocating for free speech and Meta’s actions against inclusivity and moderation of harmful content.
Meta's move to end fact-checking reflects turn toward freewheeling internet
Meta's decision to ease fact-checking signals a cultural shift towards favoring free speech over strict content moderation.
Mark Zuckerberg and Meta say good riddance to fact-checking
Mark Zuckerberg is stepping back from content moderation, a space he never embraced, as Facebook shifts its focus towards engagement and ad revenue.
No Fact-Checking and More Hate Speech: Meta Goes MAGA
Zuckerberg's policy changes prioritize free speech over content moderation, reflecting a shift towards less control over misinformation on Meta platforms.
We can't let Mark Zuckerberg pass the buck on Meta's censorship
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg confessed to Joe Rogan about government pressure to censor posts, raising concerns over social media's role in political influence.
Free speech, Meta, data privacy and email: A delicate balance or a complete disconnect? | MarTech
Meta's shift to a community notes model signifies a growing divide in content moderation strategies, impacting the dynamics of free speech and trust.
Opinion | Mark Zuckerberg's Macho Posturing Looks a Lot Like Cowardice
Zuckerberg's podcast appearance reveals contradictions between advocating for free speech and Meta’s actions against inclusivity and moderation of harmful content.
Meta's move to end fact-checking reflects turn toward freewheeling internet
Meta's decision to ease fact-checking signals a cultural shift towards favoring free speech over strict content moderation.
Mark Zuckerberg and Meta say good riddance to fact-checking
Mark Zuckerberg is stepping back from content moderation, a space he never embraced, as Facebook shifts its focus towards engagement and ad revenue.
No Fact-Checking and More Hate Speech: Meta Goes MAGA
Zuckerberg's policy changes prioritize free speech over content moderation, reflecting a shift towards less control over misinformation on Meta platforms.
Meta's Content Moderation Changes Alarm Advertisers as Zuckerberg Aligns with Trump and Musk - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)
Zuckerberg's restructuring of content moderation reflects a push for free expression but raises significant concerns among advertisers about misinformation and brand safety.
As resolutions go, Mark Zuckerberg's nothing in moderation' is a stinker | Alison Phillips
The evolution of Section 230 reflects a complex relationship between online content moderation and accountability in the digital age.
Meta's Allowance of Hate Speech Is Another Side Effect of Big Tech Monopoly
Zuckerberg's announcement to replace fact-checking teams raises concerns about catering to political influence undermining digital rights.
Meta's Content Moderation Changes Alarm Advertisers as Zuckerberg Aligns with Trump and Musk - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)
Zuckerberg's restructuring of content moderation reflects a push for free expression but raises significant concerns among advertisers about misinformation and brand safety.
As resolutions go, Mark Zuckerberg's nothing in moderation' is a stinker | Alison Phillips
The evolution of Section 230 reflects a complex relationship between online content moderation and accountability in the digital age.
Meta's Allowance of Hate Speech Is Another Side Effect of Big Tech Monopoly
Zuckerberg's announcement to replace fact-checking teams raises concerns about catering to political influence undermining digital rights.
Activists back US professor forced' from Columbia over Palestine advocacy
Katherine Franke claims her retirement was due to a hostile environment for discussing Israel's treatment of Palestinians.
Pro-Palestine Columbia professor departs after investigation
Katherine Franke terminated from Columbia after criticizing Israeli military-related incidents, framing her exit as a termination rather than a retirement despite university's labeling.
Activists back US professor forced' from Columbia over Palestine advocacy
Katherine Franke claims her retirement was due to a hostile environment for discussing Israel's treatment of Palestinians.
Pro-Palestine Columbia professor departs after investigation
Katherine Franke terminated from Columbia after criticizing Israeli military-related incidents, framing her exit as a termination rather than a retirement despite university's labeling.
Musk lying like hell' over AfD interview, says ex-EU tech leader
Musk's allegations of EU censorship have been strongly refuted by former EU commissioner Thierry Breton.
X CEO Linda Yaccarino Talks Free Speech, Elon Musk, D.O.G.E., X Money And Advertising 'Holy Grail' At CES - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)
X's CEO emphasizes the importance of Community Notes for unbiased fact-checking, aligning with free speech values.
Yaccarino urges public support for Elon Musk's D.O.G.E initiative as a potential unifier for America.
As Elon Musk Embraces the Far Right, Some of Its Leaders Reject Him
Laura Loomer and other right-wing figures have turned against Elon Musk, expressing concerns over censorship and his influence over the platform they once supported.
Musk lying like hell' over AfD interview, says ex-EU tech leader
Musk's allegations of EU censorship have been strongly refuted by former EU commissioner Thierry Breton.
X CEO Linda Yaccarino Talks Free Speech, Elon Musk, D.O.G.E., X Money And Advertising 'Holy Grail' At CES - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)
X's CEO emphasizes the importance of Community Notes for unbiased fact-checking, aligning with free speech values.
Yaccarino urges public support for Elon Musk's D.O.G.E initiative as a potential unifier for America.
As Elon Musk Embraces the Far Right, Some of Its Leaders Reject Him
Laura Loomer and other right-wing figures have turned against Elon Musk, expressing concerns over censorship and his influence over the platform they once supported.