Government censored Mollie Hemingway and Sean Davis of The Federalist during 2020 election.
The Federalist Exposes Federal Censorship Operation Targeting Conservatives During 2020 Election
In a shocking congressional report, The Federalist reveals that prominent conservatives, including Mollie Hemingway and Sean Davis, were victims of a federal censorship operation during the 2020 election. The report, released by the House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, exposes how agencies like the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Global Engagement Center (GEC) colluded with Stanford University to pressure Big Tech companies into censoring what they deemed as “disinformation.”
The operation specifically targeted “true information, jokes and satire, and political opinions,” with Hemingway, Davis, and other conservatives being prime targets. Even the social media accounts of former President Donald Trump, Newsmax, Sen. Thom Tillis, Harmeet Dhillon, and Charlie Kirk were not spared.
CISA, known as the “nerve center” of the federal government’s censorship operation, facilitated meetings between Big Tech companies and national security agencies to address alleged misinformation on social media platforms. The agency intensified its efforts before the 2020 election by flagging posts that questioned the security of voting practices, such as unsupervised mail-in voting.
Meanwhile, the GEC funded the development of censorship tools and used government employees as sales representatives to pitch these tools to Big Tech. One of the entities funded by GEC is the Global Disinformation Index, which actively works to blacklist and defund conservative news sites, including The Federalist.
At the core of this censorship apparatus was the Election Integrity Partnership (EIP), a consortium led by Stanford University’s Stanford Internet Observatory. EIP collaborated with CISA and GEC to monitor and censor Americans’ online speech leading up to the 2020 election. House Republicans’ report reveals that EIP was developed at the request of CISA and allowed federal officials to bypass the First Amendment and public scrutiny.
During the election, federal agencies and government-funded entities submitted “misinformation reports” to EIP. EIP analysts would then compile these flagged posts into reports and provide specific recommendations on how Big Tech platforms should censor them. These reports, known as “Jira tickets,” were hidden from the public and accessible only to select parties.
Examples of flagged posts include tweets from Hemingway and Davis that questioned the media’s refusal to acknowledge Trump’s victory in Georgia and raised concerns about voter fraud. EIP also targeted Davis’ tweet about Big Tech’s censorship being evidence of a conspiracy to steal the election.
However, it wasn’t just election-related content that EIP censored. The report highlights cases where federal officials were willing to censor users posting truthful or satirical information. For instance, EIP requested Twitter (now X) to censor a tweet from Sen. Thom Tillis declaring victory, even though he had won reelection. They also flagged a tweet from former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, where he jokingly claimed to have submitted mail-in ballots on behalf of his deceased relatives.
The report concludes that this censorship operation deprived American voters of exposure to diverse perspectives during a critical election period. It emphasizes the alarming collaboration between federal agencies and the suppression of free expression, calling attention to the significance of these findings.
How did academic institutions, like Stanford University, contribute to censorship efforts during the 2020 election?
St. The GEC also collaborated with Stanford University’s Internet Observatory, providing financial support and resources to the institution in exchange for its assistance in monitoring and censoring online content.
The congressional report reveals a deeply concerning level of collaboration between federal agencies, academic institutions, and Big Tech companies to control the flow of information and manipulate public opinion. The targeted censorship of conservatives during the 2020 election raises serious questions about the integrity of the democratic process and the freedom of speech.
By flagging posts that questioned the security of voting practices, CISA effectively silenced legitimate concerns and debates surrounding the election. This censorship not only violated the First Amendment rights of individuals but also undermined the public’s trust in the electoral system.
The role of the GEC in funding censorship tools and blacklisting conservative news sites adds another layer to this troubling scenario. The government-funded organization actively suppresses conservative voices and limits their reach by labeling them as purveyors of “disinformation.” This tactic not only stifles free speech but also fosters an environment of fear and self-censorship, where individuals are hesitant to express their opinions out of fear of being labeled as spreading false information.
The collaboration between federal agencies, such as CISA and the GEC, and Stanford University further compounds the issue. Academic institutions should serve as beacons of intellectual freedom and the pursuit of truth, but their involvement in censorship efforts undermines their credibility and raises concerns about their commitment to academic integrity.
The congressional report by the House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government is a crucial step in exposing the extent of federal censorship during the 2020 election. It highlights the need for further investigation and legislative action to ensure the protection of free speech and the integrity of the democratic process.
Conservatives, such as Mollie Hemingway and Sean Davis, who were unfairly targeted by this censorship operation deserve an apology and restitution for the harm caused by these actions. Furthermore, it is imperative that Big Tech companies, federal agencies, and academic institutions are held accountable for their role in suppressing conservative voices and manipulating public discourse.
The 2020 election was marked by controversy and claims of widespread censorship. The findings of this congressional report only confirm the existence of a coordinated effort to silence conservative viewpoints. It is essential that we confront and address this issue to safeguard the principles of free speech, fairness, and democracy that our nation holds dear. Failure to do so would undermine the very foundations upon which our country was built.
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