Trump’s War on Free Speech: Kimmel Suspension Exposes GOP Hypocrisy

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comRepublicans used to say they were the party of free speech. Not anymore. Will Saletan breaks down how Trump, JD Vance, Mike Johnson, and FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr have flipped their stance on free speech since the Charlie Kirk shooting. From defending Tucker Carlson’s Holocaust-denying guests to demanding comedians be silenced, the GOP’s hypocrisy is on full display.As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Don’t care for video? Use the controls on the left side of the player to toggle to audio.Add Bulwark+ Takes feed to your player of choice, here.Honest news. Smart analysis. Good faith. The Bulwark is reader-supported. To receive the latest and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.