Trump and his allies are suddenly downplaying the First Amendment

President Donald Trump and some high-profile allies are downplaying the importance of protecting free speech rights at this moment, suggesting drastic times call for drastic measures. Read More

Why Jimmy Kimmel’s First Amendment rights weren’t violated – but ABC’s would be protected if it stood up to the FCC and Trump

Think you know what the First Amendment means and protects? You − and a lot of Jimmy Kimmel’s defenders − may well be wrong. Read More

‘You Treat Me So Unfairly’: Donald Trump’s ‘Whiny’ Meltdown Left the Internet Crying Laughing Once They Heard the Softball Question That Set Him Off

President Donald Trump was quick to lash out with threats, but when people online realized the so-called “gotcha” that actually set him off, they couldn’t […] ‘You Treat Me So Unfairly’: Donald Trump’ ... Read More

‘Stop Humiliating Yourself’: Trump Threatens Reporter Again and Again, But His ‘Smart’ MAGA Base Heard Something Else—And the Internet Tore Them Apart

"Trump's repeated threats to a reporter ignited a firestorm online. What did his 'smart' base really hear? The internet explodes with ... Read More

What to know about ‘hate speech’ and the First Amendment

Amid the talk about punishing so-called "hate speech," here is a primer on what is protected by the First Amendment and what courts have ruled in related cases. Read More

The crackdown on Charlie Kirk critics has ignited a free speech debate. Legal experts say it sets a dangerous precedent.

Trump administration figures have vowed to pursue anyone who mocks or celebrates Kirk's death, alarming First Amendment advocates. Read More

Can I get fired over my Charlie Kirk social media post?

Cincinnati-based grocery giant Kroger Co. makes clear that employees cannot post non-public information. Its online Policy of Business Ethics – which does not address social media posts – says ... Read More

Democratic senator calls internet an 'accelerant' driving extremism after Kirk killing

Chris Coons discusses the importance of free speech while criticizing social media's role in extremism after Charlie Kirk was shot during a campus debate. Read More

It’s time to study what the internet has done to young people

In the aftermath of Charlie Kirk‘s assassination, one thing is clear: We need a “Kirk Commission.” Some will instantly reject the idea because of the dismal failure of the Warren Commission to settle ... Read More

Is Trump's flag burning order legal? How it plans to get around the First Amendment

Going against a 1989 U.S. Supreme Court ruling—and the First Amendment—President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Aug. 25 that criminalized burning the American flag. Flag burning has a ... Read More

How online reactions to Charlie Kirk's killing test limits of First Amendment

Comments online are leading to firings as conservative lawmakers and influencers look to curb speech seen as negative to Kirk. Read More

‘The Daily Show’ Breaks Down Why Charlie Kirk’s Shooting Is Bigger Than Left vs. Right | Video

"The Daily Show" had no choice but to take a serious look at how the Internet is handling the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the fallout. Read More