Overview

• The executive order prohibits federal officials from engaging in actions that could unconstitutionally limit Americans' free speech rights.
• It mandates the Attorney General to investigate the Biden administration's alleged coercion of social media companies to suppress content and report findings to the president.
• Critics argue the order could hinder efforts to combat misinformation and disinformation, potentially affecting public safety and national security.
• Supporters claim the order addresses what they view as government overreach and bias against conservative voices on social media.
• Major social media platforms, including Meta and X, have recently reduced content moderation efforts, aligning with the new administration's stance on free speech.