The JAWBONE Act: A well-Intentioned response seeking to protect the spirit of the First Amendment | Columnists
• The bipartisan JAWBONE Act has been proposed to prevent government officials from using explicit or implied threats to influence the content published by broadcasters and major online platforms. • The legislation aims to protect the spirit of the First Amendment by curbing government pressure on private media entities. • Critics argue the Act would create significant fiscal and legal burdens, including the need for new federal administrative processes and increased compliance costs.
chronicleonline.com