Tangle Porn age-verification law upheld by Supreme Court.
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Jul 8, 2025 The Supreme Court's recent ruling upholds a Texas law mandating age verification for pornography websites, igniting debates over free speech and the protection of minors. Legal experts dissect the implications, balancing concerns about access to adult content with the need for safeguarding youth. The discussion also highlights diverse political perspectives on free expression, while the effectiveness of age verification measures remains in question. This complex legal landscape prompts listeners to reflect on the future of digital rights and responsibilities.
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Supreme Court Upholds Age Verification
- The Supreme Court upheld a Texas law requiring websites with over one-third sexual content harmful to minors to verify age.
- The law aims to prevent minors from accessing pornography while balancing adult First Amendment rights.
Modern Laws Protect Minors Online
- Age verification laws reflect a modern understanding of internet dangers for children.
- The Court's ruling empowers states to protect minors from easy access to explicit content.
New Legal Standard for Speech Cases
- The Supreme Court used intermediate scrutiny instead of strict scrutiny to evaluate the law.
- This change sets a precedent that might ease restrictions on controversial speech in the future.