The U.S. State Department has sharply criticized European governments for what it calls 'Orwellian censorship' of free speech, particularly in the regulation of social media and online platforms.
American officials argue that new European laws, such as the EU Digital Services Act, are leading to thousands of people being prosecuted for expressing dissenting views. The U.S. warns that these measures could set a dangerous precedent and threaten the open exchange of ideas. European authorities, however, maintain that their regulations are necessary to combat hate speech and misinformation.
The debate highlights growing transatlantic tensions over how to balance free expression with public safety online.
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