System Update with Glenn Greenwald ADL Demands More Censorship of Tucker, Hasan Piker, Nick Fuentes, and More; Plus: Glenn's Debate About Iran on Piers Morgan
Jan 16, 2026
The ADL's call for increased censorship raises questions about free speech, targeting figures like Tucker Carlson and Hasan Piker. Glenn critiques the organization's shift from civil rights advocacy to pro-Israel lobbying. He discusses the consequences of their campaigns against critics, including calls for deplatforming and legislative pressures. Additionally, a heated debate on U.S. intervention in Iran highlights hypocrisy and historical lessons from past conflicts. The push for accountability in media power and democratic influence in foreign policy is also examined.
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ADL's Shift From Civil Rights To Censorship
- The ADL has shifted from a broad civil-rights group to primarily a pro-Israel censorship force.
- Glenn Greenwald argues the ADL now prioritizes silencing critics of Israel over combating all forms of discrimination.
Named Targets Of ADL Censorship Campaign
- Jonathan Greenblatt publicly named Tucker Carlson, Hassan Piker, Nick Fuentes, and Candace Owens for censorship.
- Glenn Greenwald contends the common trait among them is criticism of Israel, not inherent bigotry.
Legislating Platform Censorship
- The ADL lobbies Congress to craft laws forcing platforms to remove 'anti-Semitic' content.
- Glenn warns this broad definition risks banning ordinary criticism of Israel under the guise of fighting hate.