Executive Order 14149: Restoring Freedom of Speech and Ending Federal Censorship

This Executive Order affirms the federal government’s commitment to protecting First Amendment rights by prohibiting any agency from censoring constitutionally protected speech. It responds to prior federal actions that allegedly pressured private platforms to suppress certain viewpoints under the guise of countering misinformation. The Attorney General is tasked with investigating these past practices and recommending appropriate corrective measures. The order reinforces that public resources must not be used to silence lawful expression.