A resolution expressing that any attempt by foreign entities to censor or penalize constitutionally protected speech of United States persons shall be opposed.
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The gist
- Non-binding Senate resolution opposing foreign governments — especially the EU — from censoring or fining Americans for online speech protected by the First Amendment.
Who wins, who loses
- Wins: X and other U.S. social media companies facing EU fines; American users posting content reaching EU audiences.
- Loses: no one materially; symbolic only. EU regulators get rhetorically called out.
What it does
- Declares the EU's Digital Services Act incompatible with U.S. free speech traditions.
- Cites the $140 million fine against X announced December 5, 2025, as foreign overreach.
- Notes the DSA allows fines up to 6% of a company's global revenue.
- Urges the Trump administration to push back swiftly against EU enforcement.
Why should I care?
Supporters say EU rules force U.S. platforms to remove legal American speech to dodge huge fines, effectively exporting censorship. Critics argue the DSA targets real harms like harassment and disinformation, and that companies operating in Europe must follow European law. Either way, platform moderation rules shape what shows up in everyone's feeds. Where do you land? Vote below and use "Tell Your Rep" to make sure your voice reaches Congress.