Judging Freedom [SPECIAL] 🚨 Daniel McAdams : Is Free Speech in Danger under Trump ?
Sep 24, 2025
Daniel McAdams, Executive Director of the Ron Paul Institute and a former chief of staff for Congressman Ron Paul, dives deep into the tensions surrounding free speech today. He examines Trump's motivations during his UN remarks and evaluates the response from international players. The discussion highlights concerns about FCC pressures and COVID-related censorship, alongside critiques of partisan hypocrisy regarding freedom of expression. McAdams also delves into the implications of executive power over Congress and the influence of foreign relations on U.S. policy.
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Trump’s Crimea Remark As A Strategic Gesture
- Daniel McAdams suggests Trump's UN remark about returning Crimea sounded like repeating what he just heard and may be a PR gesture.
- McAdams and Napolitano read it as a possible attempt to wash hands of escalation while avoiding direct confrontation.
Muted Russian Response Suggests Rhetoric
- McAdams argues Trump's declaration may be a Hail Mary to shift responsibility to Europe and NATO.
- He notes Russia's muted response suggests the statement was rhetorical rather than an escalation.
Government Pressure On Platforms Threatens Free Speech
- Napolitano and McAdams highlight growing government pressure on speech, citing the FCC and COVID-era censorship.
- They view government urging platforms to remove critical voices as unlawful indirect suppression of speech.
