Good evening from New York. I'm Chris Hayes. Donald Trump's administration has been attacking free expression since he got back into office, threatening critics with prosecution, targeting colleges and law firms, deporting protesters or student oped writers or putting them into detention who are here on legal visas for the views they expressed and then arresting people who protest the deportations.None of it's been particularly popular. The White House's latest overreach appears to have ignited an angry nat ...

Free speech and speech has been in the spotlight this week after the news that ABC pulled >> Jimmy Kimmel, comedian, off the air after comments that he made on his late night show. What was your reaction to learning that he'd been pulled off the air. >> Fear.Just worry for our country. Um, our foundational principle in this country, which has roots in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, when William Penn settled here in the 1680s, is is about freedom of expression, freedom of speech. And to see that being und ...

Political Satire and Authoritarianism - The report highlights a Russian puppet show from 1999 that satirized Boris Yeltsin and predicted Vladimir Putin's authoritarian rule, showcasing comedy as an early warning sign [1][2][7] - The show's prediction of Putin remaining in power for 20 years and the subsequent suppression of the show by the Kremlin illustrate the erosion of freedom of speech in Russia [2][3] US Democracy and Potential Threats - The analysis draws parallels between Russia's slide into autocracy and potential threats to American democracy, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and fighting against such threats [4][5][13] - The report suggests that crackdowns on freedom can be a slow, incremental process, disguised as legality and public interest [10][11][12][13] - The piece warns that the US Constitution requires active defense and that the upcoming midterm elections may be free but not fair, highlighting concerns about potential abuse of power [13][14] Actions and Mobilization - The report suggests focusing on specific actions, such as contacting Republican representatives, to voice opposition and ensure accountability [18] - The analysis points out the importance of mobilizing people beyond general protests, emphasizing the need to address specific power structures [17][18]

asked earlier about Fallon and Seth Meyers, but are is the president's view that they should also uh be taken off the air shared by the FCC. >> I I don't speak for the president. So, obviously, you know, he speaks for himself on that.Our goal and our obligation here is to make sure that broadcasters are serving the public interest. And if there's local TV stations that don't think that running that programming does it, then they have every right under the law in their contracts to preempt it. And we'll see ...

Yeah, a lot of people are worried that we won't keep saying what we want to say or that we'll be censored, but I'm going to cover the president's trip to the UK just like I normally would. >> Here we go. Well, guys, President Trump just wrapped up his 3-day trip to the UK, and he looked incredibly handsome.As always, his tie was exactly the right length >> and his face looked >> like a color that exists in nature. >> While back here at home, his administration is pursuing a crackdown on free speech. And com ...

Free Speech & Political Commentary - The report highlights a shift where conservatives are now mirroring progressive tactics of "cancel culture," but with potentially more impactful consequences due to their official positions [1] - The analysis points out the hypocrisy of conservatives, who previously criticized cancel culture, now engaging in similar behavior [1] - The report suggests that the escalation of these actions is concerning, as government officials are now involved, wielding power through subpoenas and regulatory actions [1] - The report mentions instances of government officials threatening businesses and media outlets, raising concerns about free speech [1][2][3][4] Legal & Regulatory Implications - The report references a situation where the FCC is perceived to be threatening action against a network and its affiliates, potentially impacting their business interests [2][3][4] - The report alludes to legal precedents, such as cases involving businesses refusing service based on personal beliefs, and questions the consistency of current actions with established Supreme Court rulings [5][6]

What does your sign say. It says they're literally canceling culture. What do you mean by that.To cancel television shows or media or entertainment. That is our culture and they are crushing that to appease the uh Trump regime. If you agree that the FCC shouldn't be in the business of calling out dissenting voices and trying to threaten them, then you should take some sort of action.Whether that's doing this or donating to the ACLU or coming out to protest. Uh if you feel strongly about it, do something. Th ...

Free Speech Principles - Political satire is a vital form of free speech, challenging power and encouraging discussion [1] - Free speech distinguishes democracies from dictatorships that suppress criticism [2] - Even extreme speech, such as Holocaust denial and Ku Klux Klan rallies, is protected under the First Amendment in the US [4] - There is no legal basis to shut down satire or criticism of the president [5] Concerns Regarding Free Speech - The current administration is perceived as preaching free speech while potentially threatening opposition [3] - The administration is considering using a "hate speech" theory to suppress political opponents, which is inconsistent with First Amendment principles [3]

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr was named the position by President Trump last year after rising through the ranks at the agency. He's long spoken out against government censorship and for the freedom of speech. In 2019, Carr posted on social media, quote, should the government censor speech it doesn't like.Of course not. The FCC does not have a roving mandate to police speech in the name of the public interest. In 2021, he wrote, quote, "A newsroom's decision about what stories to cover and how to frame them sho ...

Okay, let's start this hour. The Trump administration is planning to take action against leftwing groups that the president and his allies claim have contributed to political unrest and violence. The moves are expected to include investigations into taxexempt status of certain liberal groups like the Open Society Foundations and the Ford Foundation. A source tells NBC News that these actions, which come in the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, could begin as early as the end of the month. Federal l ...