Make No Mistake: JD Vance Pushes for State Censorship Under Trump
Let’s be clear: JD Vance may claim to be a defender of free speech abroad, but his actions and words make it abundantly clear that when it comes to his own government, he is a champion of censorship — just as he has already shown to be.
Vance’s recent rhetoric may sound like a call for protecting speech in foreign lands, but don’t be fooled: he is laying the groundwork for more state-backed suppression at home. His approach to free speech has always been convenient, and when it doesn’t suits his agenda, it conveniently disappears. All know that this man is a liar, and what is censorship but a way to lie to the people?
1. The Hypocrisy of Free Speech Advocacy Abroad
Vance’s recent comments about the erosion of free speech in Europe may have earned him some applause from those who believe in open discourse. But the reality is far different. His rhetoric on foreign censorship masks a much darker truth.
While he denounces the suppression of speech abroad, he fails to hide his hypocrisy — his willingness to allow the state to censor speech in the U.S.. His public support for cracking down on “harmful” social media content, particularly when it’s linked to movements that do not align with his ideology, is just the beginning. And that doesn’t even account for is constantly repeating Russian propaganda, or that his words on foreign censorship are meant to give said propaganda oxygen. It is nakedly so.
This disturbing pattern shows that Vance’s commitment to free expression is more about positioning himself as a figurehead, not about actually upholding democratic freedoms. Make no mistake, as it serves his political or personal agenda, he allows censorship creep into the very fabric of American democracy.
2. The Growing Push for Censorship Under a Trump-Vance Administration
Vance has long made it clear that his political career is tied to Trump’s agenda, which already sets a dangerous precedent for censorship. His rhetoric is carefully crafted to create an environment in which those who resist the administration’s policies can be silenced — not through direct censorship laws, but through a series of indirect tactics designed to intimidate and control the flow of information.
In fact, the Trump administration’s stance on entities like The Associated Press (AP) is a perfect example of the type of power struggle where censorship becomes normalized. The administration already targets media outlets that do not toe the line, undermining the free press in favor of propaganda outlets. It’s clear that Vance would not hesitate to implement similar strategies when given actual power.
- Silencing opposition is part of the plan.
- Suppressing narratives that challenge the status quo will be one of the first steps.
And the scariest part? Vance will present this as necessary for national security, public order, or the public good, when in fact, it is nothing more than the manipulation of information to preserve power.
3. State Censorship: The Inevitable Path Under Vance
Let’s not sugarcoat this: if JD Vance were to assume a real position of power in a Trump-led government, a flood of state censorship would be inevitable. It would not be a question of if, but when.
The stakes are high, and the reality is that the censorship of speech will likely start small. Initially, it will be about banning certain media outlets, silencing dissenting voices, and controlling the narrative on critical issues. This process will continue until it becomes the status quo — until we are living in a world where free expression is not only limited but completely curtailed.
Vance has already shown a willingness to make these compromises, whether in his support for media censorship, or his unwavering loyalty to Trump — and the groundwork is being laid for much more. If we are not vigilant, we could soon see the final nail in the coffin of free speech in America.
4. The People Must Resist — Before It’s Too Late
Make no mistake: JD Vance and his colleagues will push for a regime of state censorship if given the chance. His actions, from supporting social media crackdowns to aligning himself with Trump’s authoritarian tactics, signal the end of freedom if left unchecked.
It’s time to stand firm and resist. The fight for free speech, democratic principles, and accountability cannot be left to chance. We must expose the hypocrisy of those who claim to defend freedom but are willing to sell it out when it suits their needs.
Now is the time to take action — to hold accountable those who would sacrifice our rights for their political gains, and to ensure that the future of this nation remains one where free speech is protected, not stifled by power-hungry leaders.
This is the future JD Vance wants to build — but it’s not the one we should allow.
