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MOCA Gala annual fundraising event in Los Angeles

Jane Fonda Revives Cold War-Era Activist Group To Defend Free Speech

She has launched the 21st century incarnation of the Committee for the First Amendment, originally formed in 1947 in response to Congressional hearings aimed against screenwriters and directors and their alleged Communist ties.

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Jimmy Kimmel arrives at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards

Emotional Jimmy Kimmel Says in Late-Night Return He Never Intended To Make Light of Kirk’s Killing

The incident triggered a national discussion about freedom of speech and President Donald Trump’s ability to police the words of journalists, commentators and even comics.

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Memorial service for slain conservative commentator Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium in Glendale

Trump Has Managed Another Republican Makeover Since Kirk’s Assassination, This Time on Free Speech

The contradictions have jarred even some traditional Trump allies who have warned against the erosion of First Amendment protections.

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Disney's ABC pulls "Jimmy Kimmel Live" off air after remarks about Charlie Kirk

In Battles Over Free Speech, Comedians Are Often Center Stage

As long as jokes have been told, comedians have drawn the ire of the powerful. That has often put comedians on the front lines of free-speech battles.

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U.S. President Trump delivers remarks to the White House Religious Liberty Commission, in Washington, D.C.

Trump Ramps up Retribution Campaign With Push for Bondi To Pursue Cases Against His Foes

Trump has escalated moves to consolidate power in his second administration and root out those who have spoken out against him.

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Jimmy Kimmel arrives at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards

Democrats Introduce Bill To Protect Free Speech Following Kimmel Suspension

Congressional Democrats have denounced the Trump administration’s threats against political critics and unveiled a bill that would bolster free speech protections against government officials.

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing at the White House in Washington, D.C.

Kimmel’s Suspension Is the Latest Display of Trump’s Growing Power Over the US Media Landscape

Trump has extracted multimillion-dollar settlements, forced companies into costly litigation and prompted changes to programming that he found objectionable.

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U.S. President Trump makes second state visit to Britain

A Timeline of Trump’s Fights With Media, Including Jimmy Kimmel and The New York Times

President Donald Trump has had a contentious relationship with news organizations, and the media in general, during both his terms in office.

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