Federal officials have reportedly sent subpoenas to major tech companies in an effort to identify people criticizing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). According to The New York Times, this move raises concerns about government overreach and the right to free speech in the digital age.
Illinois faces a new legal challenge that questions whether a decades-old law limiting the use of political party names undermines free expression. The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression seeks to overturn the 40-year-old statute, potentially reshaping how organizations may reference political parties.
The Associated Press has returned to court to protect the right to speak freely, challenging the White House over concerns about government retaliation. Led by Executive Editor Julie Pace, AP seeks to ensure that neither journalists nor citizens face punitive action for expressing dissent.
Spike Lee joined other Hollywood celebrities at the “No Kings” protest to challenge what organizers call Donald Trump’s crackdown on free speech. Sharing a four-word message and a family photo, he underscored both personal conviction and broad public concern around First Amendment rights.
Over 1,500 people rallied in central London to challenge the Labour government’s demand to halt Palestine protests. Organized by Defend Our Juries, the demonstration underscored widespread opposition to the ban on Palestine Action.
Dave Chappelle took his stand-up routine to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he spotlighted the challenges of free speech in the U.S. and the ironies of performing abroad. The event, labeled controversial, underscored how comedians wrestle with questions of uncensored expression worldwide.
A new California bill called SB 771 seeks to hold social media companies accountable for amplifying violent or threatening content. While claiming to guard public safety, the proposal has garnered significant online backlash over concerns it may chill free speech.
Comedy can be both a unifying force and a potent catalyst for truthful reflection. In a world where free speech often hangs in the balance, humor can unmask authoritarian excesses while helping people cope and question what they see around them.
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show on Tuesday night after a suspension sparked by remarks about the killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Under pressure from the Trump administration, his brief absence generated intense public debate around free speech and political influence.
Charlie Kirk’s assassination has ignited a nationwide debate over political violence, free speech, and a polarized America. Tens of thousands will gather in Arizona to honor the conservative activist, including President Donald Trump and other senior officials.
