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Jane Fonda Revives Free Speech Committee Amid Controversy

10/6/2025

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Jane Fonda revived the Committee for the First Amendment, formed in 1947.
Over 800 entertainment figures, including Spike Lee and Billie Eilish, back the revival.
The group cites renewed threats to free expression and calls for action against silencing.
It was spurred by Jimmy Kimmel Live!'s suspension after government pressure.
The White House mocked Fonda and defended Trump’s free-speech stance.

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Story summary

Jane Fonda revived the Committee for the First Amendment, formed in 1947.
Over 800 entertainment figures, including Spike Lee and Billie Eilish, back the revival.
The group cites renewed threats to free expression and calls for action against silencing.
It was spurred by Jimmy Kimmel Live!'s suspension after government pressure.
The White House mocked Fonda and defended Trump’s free-speech stance.