US Unveils “Freedom.gov” Platform, Fueling Debate Over Online Speech and European Regulations

Image caption: The U.S. State Department plans to host content banned by foreign countries on a dedicated webpage. Image credit: Freedom.gov. Article by Harikrishnan A. Techstory – February 21, 2026.

The United States has introduced a new government-affiliated website that it says is aimed at expanding access to online information worldwide — including in Europe — by helping users bypass certain content restrictions. The platform, known as “freedom.gov,” has quickly drawn scrutiny from digital rights experts and policymakers who see it as a flashpoint in the ongoing clash between Washington and European governments over how online speech should be regulated. […]

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