Overview

• Donald Trump signed an executive order titled 'Restoring Freedom of Speech and Ending Federal Censorship' early in his second term.
• The order criticizes the Biden administration for alleged censorship and aims to prevent federal interference in constitutionally protected speech.
• Critics highlight Trump's history of lawsuits against media outlets and actions against dissenting voices, questioning his commitment to free speech.
• Supporters, including some tech trade groups, see the order as a positive step toward addressing government influence on online platforms.
• Concerns arise over the order's broad language, potential chilling effects on public safety efforts, and its partisan framing of misinformation issues.