What it's like to be banned from the US for fighting online hate

2 months ago

Josephine Ballon and Anna Lena von Hodenberg, directors of German nonprofit HateAid, were banned from entering the US due to their advocacy against online hate speech.
The ban was linked to a conspiracy theory promoted by US officials, accusing organizations like HateAid of colluding to censor conservative voices.
HateAid supports victims of online harassment, helps file legal cases, and advocates for stronger EU tech regulations like the Digital Services Act (DSA).
The Trump administration's actions were condemned by EU officials and digital rights advocates, who see it as an attack on free speech and digital sovereignty.
HateAid has faced increased harassment and threats, including from far-right groups and tech platforms, complicating their mission to protect online safety.
The incident highlights broader tensions between US and EU approaches to regulating tech companies and combating disinformation.

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