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US plans online portal to bypass content bans in Europe and elsewhere

The U.S. State Department is developing an online portal, freedom.gov, to allow users globally to access content banned by their governments, including alleged hate speech and terrorist propaganda. This initiative aims to counter censorship, though it may strain U.S.-European ties and potentially encourage citizens to defy local laws. Officials have reportedly raised concerns about the plan.

19 Feb 2026 6:25 am