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Trump's Free Speech Initiative Sparks EU Censorship Debate

2/10/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump leads efforts to promote free speech in Western allies.
Under Secretary of State Sarah Rogers leads discussions in Europe against censorship, including EU's Digital Services Act.
The administration's National Security Strategy criticized European leaders for censoring free speech and issued visa bans against anti-disinformation actors.
Rogers emphasized transparency, including directing funding to support initiatives aligned with Trump policies.
European leaders defend their right to regulate foreign companies.

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U.S. President Donald Trump leads efforts to promote free speech in Western allies.
Under Secretary of State Sarah Rogers leads discussions in Europe against censorship, including EU's Digital Services Act.
The administration's National Security Strategy criticized European leaders for censoring free speech and issued visa bans against anti-disinformation actors.
Rogers emphasized transparency, including directing funding to support initiatives aligned with Trump policies.
European leaders defend their right to regulate foreign companies.