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Mike Benz· 2025-09-24 17:21
RT bigpictureoriginals (@bigpictureusa)For generations, Americans believed the First Amendment was untouchable — the cornerstone of our Republic.But today, freedom is under attack. Behind closed doors, government agencies, Big Tech, universities, and NGOs built a powerful system to control what citizens can say, hear, and believe.This is not speculation. It is a documented reality.“God Complex: The Rise of America’s Censorship Machine” is a Big Picture Originals documentary that reveals how this system came ...
Rep. Jim Jordan on Google reinstating banned YouTube accounts, return of Jimmy Kimmel
CNBC Television· 2025-09-24 12:28
YouTube uh announced yesterday it would open the door for channels that were banned uh to be reinstated. Some of the bans were for posting about CO 19 or the 2020 election. This comes after Representative Jim Jordan subpoenaed Alphabet's CEO alleging that YouTube was a direct participant in the federal government's censorship regime.Joining us now, Representative Jim Jordan of Ohio. uh he's the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and I'm glad to to have you on uh even though it's a phone. I know you'r ...
Big government vs. the people: Joe on why Kimmel suspension wasn't about left against right
MSNBC· 2025-09-24 11:01
Freedom of Speech & Media Criticism - The report highlights the importance of freedom of speech, especially for comedians and media figures to mock those in power without fear of censorship [14][20] - It emphasizes that government should not control what people watch or say on television, particularly political speech, which is protected by the First Amendment [17] - The report notes that the President of the United States has openly criticized and called for the firing of media personalities for making jokes [10][11] Jimmy Kimmel Controversy & Response - Jimmy Kimmel addressed the controversy surrounding his comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, defending free speech and criticizing the Trump administration [1] - Kimmel expressed that it was never his intention to make light of the murder or blame any specific group for the actions of the shooter [5][6] - He acknowledged that his comments may have been ill-timed or unclear and understood why some people were upset [7] Political Divide & Unity - The report points out that the issue is not necessarily Republican versus Democrat, but rather big government versus individual rights [15][16] - It commends those, including some Republicans like Ted Cruz, who supported Kimmel's right to share his beliefs, even if they disagreed with his views [2][3][20] - The report highlights Erica Kirk's act of forgiving her husband's murderer as an example of grace and forgiveness [12][18] Late Night TV & Comedy - The report emphasizes the role of late-night TV and comedy in ridiculing those in power, referencing figures like Johnny Carson, David Letterman, and Stephen Colbert [22] - It suggests that the ability for comedians to mock politicians is something that should be fought for and not taken for granted [20]
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Mike Benz· 2025-09-24 05:56
RT John Solomon (@jsolomonReports)Breaking: Former FBI agent Peter Strzok loses First Amendment case in which he claimed he was illegally fired https://t.co/WsLcmLVDul ...
Jimmy Kimmel's suspension & questions about the First Amendment
NBC News· 2025-09-23 20:34
Corey, welcome. Thank you. I'm looking forward to the conversation.Corey, what power does the FCC chair Brendan Carr actually have. Well, as part of the uh FCC, their uh licenses are um uh in his hands. The FCC uh disallows um cursing on air.And if all he was doing was enforcing rules like that and seeking to to to to talk about them and protect them, there'd be no problem. But no government has the ability to shut down speech and certainly not an ability to use the power of government to target and punish ...
Blow to freedom of the press? Pentagon places new limits on journalists
MSNBC· 2025-09-22 20:38
The Pentagon is rolling out a new set of restrictions for the press. According to a 17-page memo from the Defense Department, journalists can no longer gather or report information, even if it's unclassified, without government approval. They've also been banned from accessing entire areas of the building without an escort.Reporters who refused to do this, refused to sign this new pledge, agreeing to these extensive rules, will have their credentials revoked. Critics are calling it a major blow to the First ...
'Journalists are not going to do this': Why Pentagon press restrictions are 'outrageous'
MSNBC· 2025-09-22 15:51
Government Overreach & Media Restrictions - The Pentagon is limiting journalists' access, requiring them to agree not to publish certain information unless approved by defense officials, even if unclassified [1] - This policy change is viewed as an attempt by the government to control the narrative and restrict independent reporting [13] - Critics argue this turns Pentagon reporters into press agents, hindering their ability to expose waste, mismanagement, and issues affecting military personnel [7][8] - The policy is seen as a potential violation of the First Amendment and a threat to the role of the press as a watchdog [21] Historical Parallels & Concerns - The situation is compared to historical events like the Vietnam War and Watergate, where government deception was exposed by the press [16][19] - There are concerns that the lessons of Watergate are being forgotten, with potential abuses of power and restrictions on free reporting [18] - The public's support for independent media is crucial to ensure government accountability and the well-being of soldiers and citizens [22] Reactions & Resistance - Press organizations and reporters have widely condemned the Pentagon's new rules, with many vowing not to abide by them [11][12] - Despite the administration's stance, there is uncertainty about the enforceability of these restrictions [12]
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Bloomberg· 2025-09-22 10:15
At her husband's memorial service, Erika Kirk defended the First Amendment and spoke of forgiveness, writes @DavidMDrucker. Hopefully people are listening (via @opinion) https://t.co/tHGC5F1vXX ...
FCC Chair ‘acting purely as a servant’ to Trump: Top House Dem blasts Kimmel suspension
MSNBC· 2025-09-21 23:38
It is illegal for anyone to speak ill of the president like that. That's what Yamish just reported that Donald Trump said. >> Well, certainly in communist China it is. And in Vladimir Putin's Russia it is.In any totalitarian society it is, but not where you've got the First Amendment. Um, you know, I love Jimmy Kimmel. I love Bruce Springsteen.Donald Trump hates them. We each have uh the ability to go see what we want to see and watch what we want to watch. But when he uses the power of the government to tr ...
‘Astonishing’: Trump DOJ shut down investigation into Homan accepting $50k in bribery probe
MSNBC· 2025-09-21 15:57
We have more now on that bombshell. New reporting from MSNBC's Carol Lenig and Ken Delaneian. But the Trump Justice Department shut down an investigation into White House borders are Tom Hman.Last year in an undercover operation, the FBI recorded Homeman accepting $50,000 in cash after indicating he could help agents who were posing as business executives win contracts in a second Trump administration. At the time, Homeman was the owner of a private consulting business and was not a public official. Two sou ...