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Global Internet Freedom Declines for 15th Year
11/13/2025
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- The Freedom House report shows a 15th consecutive year of global decline in internet freedom, including the United States and Germany.
- The United States scored 73 out of 100, its lowest rating, linked to actions under U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Germany's score fell to 74 due to self-censorship and stricter hate speech enforcement.
- The report notes declines in Kenya, Venezuela, and Georgia, while Bangladesh improves after a government change.
