Overview

• The proposal would impose consequences on government officials who suppress speech protected by the U.S. Constitution.
• The push follows ABC’s temporary removal of Jimmy Kimmel’s show after his remarks about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
• Senator Chris Murphy called it a pivotal moment and urged conservatives to defend free expression.
• Murphy and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer accused President Trump’s Justice Department of targeting political opponents.
• The sponsors also criticized private companies for enabling the silencing of critical voices, while acknowledging the bill’s long odds without GOP votes.