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US Senate panel approves bill to bar government officials from pressuring networks on free speech — Donald Trump | ChamberLight
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The Senate Commerce Committee approved an 18-10 bill allowing citizens to sue federal employees who pressure private companies to suppress constitutionally protected speech. The measure still needs approval from the full Senate and House.
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President described as pressuring broadcasters and the FCC over programming and journalism
Former president whose administration was criticized by Ted Cruz
ALSO MENTIONED Brendan Carr, FCC chair described as pressuring broadcasters and ordering an early license review
President described as pressuring broadcasters and the FCC over programming and journalism
Former president whose administration was criticized by Ted Cruz
ALSO MENTIONED Brendan Carr, FCC chair described as pressuring broadcasters and ordering an early license review
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