Global Politics Report Editorial
How Trump Is Wielding Power to Stifle Speech
President Trump has harnessed agencies across the government to curtail press freedoms, a sweeping campaign that free speech advocates say will have lasting effects.
Key Data
Source: The New York Times
Politics desk: Election
Published: Sep. 12, 2026 at 11:29 AM ET
Why It Matters
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The practical test is whether official decisions follow the public statements and political reaction.
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Original source: The New York Times