Trump Administration Sanctions Former EU Official and Researchers Over Content Moderation
The Trump administration has sanctioned former EU official Thierry Breton and four researchers over their work on content moderation, threatening to expand the list.
Is moderating online content now a sanctionable offense? The Trump Administration just fired a warning shot across the bow of global tech policy, imposing sanctions on a former top EU official and several researchers for their work. The move escalates tensions over digital governance and signals a direct threat to others involved in shaping online speech rules.
State Department Announces Sweeping Sanctions
On Tuesday, the U.S. State Department announced it was barring access to the United States for former EU commissioner Thierry Breton and four researchers. These individuals are now effectively banned from the U.S. and could be subject to deportation if currently in the country.
Among those targeted is Imran Ahmed, who leads the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH). According to The Verge, the action follows through on earlier threats of retaliation against foreigners involved in content moderation efforts.
A 'Chilling Threat' to Others
Secretary of State Marco Rubio made it clear this may be just the beginning. In a statement, he issued what was described as an "intentionally chilling threat," claiming the department is prepared to expand the list if others don't change their approach to content regulation.
The State Department stands ready and willing to expand today's list if other foreign actors do not reverse course.
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