Free Speech in Trump's America: The Emergence of Thought Policing
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees the right to free speech, a cornerstone of American democracy. However, under President Donald Trump's administration, concerns have been raised about actions that appear to contradict this fundamental right. Despite proclamations of defending free speech, various measures suggest a trend toward increased control over expression, leading critics to accuse the administration of fostering a "thought police" environment. Crackdown on Dissent and Protest Recent incidents indicate a growing intolerance for dissenting voices: Targeting Student Activism : Yunseo Chung, a 21-year-old Columbia University student and legal permanent resident from South Korea, was arrested during an anti-Israel protest and now faces deportation. Her legal team contends that this action is an attempt to suppress her free speech rights. Media Restrictions : The Trump administration's decision to defund the U.S. Agenc...