Trump's $24.5 Million Win Against Big Tech Censorship
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YouTube has reached a substantial settlement with former President Donald Trump, agreeing to pay $24.5 million for wrongfully suspending his account in January 2021.
This case underscores the ongoing battle over free speech on social media platforms.
Trump's account was banned following the January 6 Capitol incident, leveraging concerns about his reach among millions of followers as a pretext for censorship.
In his pursuits against major tech companies, Trump had previously filed lawsuits against YouTube, Twitter, and Meta, claiming unfair treatment for his political stance.
The settlement with YouTube marks the conclusion of these legal actions, with Trump securing a total of $57.5 million from all three platforms combined.
This win reflects a growing perception among conservatives that Big Tech has exerted undue influence in silencing voices that challenge liberal narratives.
In a statement, Trump emphasized that these legal victories are essential for protecting the freedoms guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution.
“We’re demanding an end to the shadow-banning and the silencing that has plagued conservative voices across social media,” he stated.
His legal team has been vocal about the need for robust measures against platforms that engage in what they see as editorial overreach, particularly against political figures.
The settlement from YouTube, which represents the final major payout from these tech giants, comes as part of a broader trend of accountability for social media issues.
According to court documents, Trump will allocate a significant portion of this financial settlement towards the construction of a Mar-a-Lago-style ballroom at the White House, funded by donations from his supporters.
This development speaks volumes about the evolving landscape of conservative media and the efforts to establish platforms that uphold free expression without the threat of censorship.
As the political landscape continues to shift, one thing is clear: Trump's legal victories against Big Tech resonate deeply with millions of Americans who value their voice in the public arena.
Sources:
lifezette.com
christianpost.com
thegatewaypundit.com
This case underscores the ongoing battle over free speech on social media platforms.
Trump's account was banned following the January 6 Capitol incident, leveraging concerns about his reach among millions of followers as a pretext for censorship.
In his pursuits against major tech companies, Trump had previously filed lawsuits against YouTube, Twitter, and Meta, claiming unfair treatment for his political stance.
The settlement with YouTube marks the conclusion of these legal actions, with Trump securing a total of $57.5 million from all three platforms combined.
This win reflects a growing perception among conservatives that Big Tech has exerted undue influence in silencing voices that challenge liberal narratives.
In a statement, Trump emphasized that these legal victories are essential for protecting the freedoms guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution.
“We’re demanding an end to the shadow-banning and the silencing that has plagued conservative voices across social media,” he stated.
His legal team has been vocal about the need for robust measures against platforms that engage in what they see as editorial overreach, particularly against political figures.
The settlement from YouTube, which represents the final major payout from these tech giants, comes as part of a broader trend of accountability for social media issues.
According to court documents, Trump will allocate a significant portion of this financial settlement towards the construction of a Mar-a-Lago-style ballroom at the White House, funded by donations from his supporters.
This development speaks volumes about the evolving landscape of conservative media and the efforts to establish platforms that uphold free expression without the threat of censorship.
As the political landscape continues to shift, one thing is clear: Trump's legal victories against Big Tech resonate deeply with millions of Americans who value their voice in the public arena.
Sources:
lifezette.com
christianpost.com
thegatewaypundit.com
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