Tuesday, Feb 25

Greenpeace risks bankruptcy due to a $300 million lawsuit from Energy Transfer over Dakota Access Pipeline protests as the trial begins in North Dakota.

Sunday, Feb 23

The Associated Press sues Trump officials, claiming First Amendment violations over access restrictions linked to the Gulf of Mexico renaming controversy.

Saturday, Feb 22

A federal judge has blocked Trump's executive order aimed at ending government support for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, citing potential free speech violations.

Saturday, Feb 22

Hadi Matar found guilty of attempted murder for his brutal stabbing of author Salman Rushdie during a 2022 lecture. Sentencing scheduled for April 23.

Thursday, Feb 20

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez challenges Tom Homan's comments about immigration rights and critiques the administration's stance on free speech.

Sunday, Feb 16

Chancellor Scholz defends Germany's democratic principles against Vice President Vance's critiques on free speech and immigration policies at the Munich Security Conference.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Salman Rushdie recounts in court the brutal stabbing he endured in 2022, as he faces his attacker, Hadi Matar, charged with attempted murder.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Rep. Nancy Mace accused her ex-fiancé and three men of sexual abuse and assault in a dramatic House floor speech, igniting a political firestorm.

Saturday, Feb 01

UFC head Dana White criticizes Bryce Mitchell's antisemitic remarks and defense of Hitler, but opts against disciplinary action, citing free speech.

Saturday, Feb 01

Salwan Momika, known for his Quran burnings in Sweden, was shot dead, prompting a murder investigation with five suspects arrested.