🔗 Share this article EU Might Retaliate to ‘Unwarranted’ US Visa Bans, Spokesperson Says The EU could “act quickly and firmly” in response to what it calls “unwarranted” travel bans imposed by the US against five European individuals working on fighting online hate and misinformation, an EU official stated. EU Officials Condemn US Move as ‘Intimidation’ Officials from Europe including Emmanuel Macron accused the US administration of “bullying and threats”, following the visa restrictions were placed on individuals who have been central to efforts to enact laws regulating American tech companies. “For too long, European activists have spearheaded organised efforts to coerce American platforms to punish US perspectives they oppose,” stated a senior US official in a social media post. “This government will no longer tolerate such actions of censorship beyond its borders.” Broad Criticism Across Europe Nations including Germany, Spain, and the UK, alongside numerous EU representatives supported the French president in condemning the decision. The restrictions were enacted this week on an ex-European commissioner involved in crafting the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA), along with four anti-disinformation campaigners, from two in Germany and two in the UK. A Deepening Dispute Over Regulation This European legislation is viewed by Washington as a form of censorship, whereas European leaders argue the regulations are necessary to control hate speech and disinformation. This row threatens to become part of a far wider existing cultural and political conflict between Washington and European institutions. Other Developments Reported Today In related judicial developments: A federal judge has blocked attempts to cut security grants to states that do not comply with certain immigration enforcement policies. The judge stated the action was “a further instance” of linking government assistance to policy compliance. Authorization was issued for the dispatch of 350 national guard members to New Orleans ahead of the holiday period, alongside an ongoing border security initiative. A Pacific Island nation will consent to take in dozens of individuals from the US in exchange for additional aid, following concluding a memorandum of understanding with US authorities. Additionally, a Democratic lawmaker has initiated legal action seeking the removal of a political figure’s name from a prominent performing arts center in Washington DC. Experts point out that recent statements regarding foreign petroleum resources reflect a broader belief in some quarters of “resource imperialism”, drawing comparisons with historical international strategies.
The EU could “act quickly and firmly” in response to what it calls “unwarranted” travel bans imposed by the US against five European individuals working on fighting online hate and misinformation, an EU official stated. EU Officials Condemn US Move as ‘Intimidation’ Officials from Europe including Emmanuel Macron accused the US administration of “bullying and threats”, following the visa restrictions were placed on individuals who have been central to efforts to enact laws regulating American tech companies. “For too long, European activists have spearheaded organised efforts to coerce American platforms to punish US perspectives they oppose,” stated a senior US official in a social media post. “This government will no longer tolerate such actions of censorship beyond its borders.” Broad Criticism Across Europe Nations including Germany, Spain, and the UK, alongside numerous EU representatives supported the French president in condemning the decision. The restrictions were enacted this week on an ex-European commissioner involved in crafting the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA), along with four anti-disinformation campaigners, from two in Germany and two in the UK. A Deepening Dispute Over Regulation This European legislation is viewed by Washington as a form of censorship, whereas European leaders argue the regulations are necessary to control hate speech and disinformation. This row threatens to become part of a far wider existing cultural and political conflict between Washington and European institutions. Other Developments Reported Today In related judicial developments: A federal judge has blocked attempts to cut security grants to states that do not comply with certain immigration enforcement policies. The judge stated the action was “a further instance” of linking government assistance to policy compliance. Authorization was issued for the dispatch of 350 national guard members to New Orleans ahead of the holiday period, alongside an ongoing border security initiative. A Pacific Island nation will consent to take in dozens of individuals from the US in exchange for additional aid, following concluding a memorandum of understanding with US authorities. Additionally, a Democratic lawmaker has initiated legal action seeking the removal of a political figure’s name from a prominent performing arts center in Washington DC. Experts point out that recent statements regarding foreign petroleum resources reflect a broader belief in some quarters of “resource imperialism”, drawing comparisons with historical international strategies.