# JAWBONE Act Targets Government Censorship

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Podcast: [Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/portland-oregon-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7476712)
Published: 2026-06-13T01:32:29+00:00
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Senators Ron Wyden and Ted Cruz have joined forces to introduce the JAWBONE Act, a bold new bill designed to empower everyday citizens to sue the government when their First Amendment rights are violated through censorship. Targeting federal agencies that pressure private companies—like social media platforms and AI developers—to silence speech, the law aims to break the cycle where proving government involvement is nearly impossible and where whistleblowers often vanish. It allows lawsuits even if censorship attempts fail, covers all modern communication channels, and mandates public logging of agency-company communications for congressional oversight. Backed by civil liberties groups, this legislation seeks to expose and stop what critics call “weaponized bureaucratic overreach,” ensuring government power doesn’t stifle dissent in the digital age. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a66f575b6c925e4b

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