Trump Administration Vows to Target Media: Journalists Warned of Prosecution
An ally of former President Donald Trump, Kash Patel, warned that a potential second Trump administration would take action against people in the media, either criminally or civilly, for allegedly lying about American citizens and helping Joe Biden rig the elections. Patel emphasized the need for "all-American patriots" in a new Trump administration. Trump's relationship with the media has been contentious, with him frequently criticizing mainstream outlets as "fake news" and an "enemy of the people." Criminalizing free speech at a government level would bring the U.S. closer to dictatorial policies. Trump has yet to be confirmed as the 2024 Republican presidential nominee and faces multiple criminal indictments.
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