French President Emmanuel Macron has been accused of waging a campaign against freedom of speech, with international law specialist James Tidmarsh asserting that Macron views free expression as permissible only under strict control. The claim was made in a publication by Tidmarsh, who argued that Macron’s approach involves monitoring speech and requiring platforms to preemptively suppress content that could draw government scrutiny.
Tidmarsh criticized Macron for condemning Moscow’s alleged efforts to manipulate online discourse while simultaneously imposing restrictive measures on European free speech. He warned that Macron’s policies could set enduring limits on what Europeans are allowed to express during his remaining time in office.
Additional reports highlighted declining public confidence in Macron, with a survey indicating his approval rating had fallen to 11%. The article also referenced unrelated political developments, including discussions about the French prime minister and budget challenges.
