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Bipartisan Bill Aims to Protect Social Media Users from Coercion

Updated 2026-06-11 17:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

A new bipartisan bill would allow Americans to sue for damages if a government official illegally tries to coerce social media, AI, or broadcasting companies into removing their posts. The bill is aimed at protecting free speech and preventing coercion.

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Under a new bipartisan bill, Americans could sue for damages if a government official illegally tries to coerce a social media, AI, or broadcasting company to remove their post - regardless of whether the platform actually does it. Senate Commerce Committee Chair Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Sen. Ron Wyden (

2026-06-11 17:23 UTC