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News in English (USA) / 04.09.2025 / 02:00

Nigel Farage Faces Intense Scrutiny During US Congressional Hearing on Free Speech

In a heated session in the US Congress, British lawmaker Nigel Farage came under fire as he testified about what he claims is a decline of free speech in the UK, likening the situation to North Korea. Farage, who has been described by some US politicians as a ‘Putin-loving free speech impostor’, defended his views amidst disagreements with members of Congress, including Jamie Raskin, who challenged his narrative. Farage warned the American audience that they could face censorship similar to that experienced in the UK, citing recent arrests over social media posts as evidence of an authoritarian turn in British governance under Labour leader Keir Starmer. While some campaigners have accused Farage of hypocrisy, claiming he promotes corporate interests over genuine free speech, he continues to rally for the cause on international platforms, urging a reconsideration of UK policies by US lawmakers. This clash underscores the contentious international debate on free speech and governmental authority, as Farage aims to galvanize support against perceived increasing censorship in Britain.
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