Hillary Proposes Jail For Lies In Major Self-Indictment

Hillary Clinton, who once funded a disinformation campaign against President Trump, is now calling for Americans to face criminal charges for speech that echoes Russian propaganda—sparking concerns over free speech and political dissent.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who authorized a disinformation campaign funded by her 2016 campaign against President Trump, called for Americans to face criminal charges for engaging in speech that resembles Russian propaganda. Her remarks came during an interview on Monday with MSNBC's Rachel Maddow, where she suggested that legal consequences could deter such activities.

“I also think there are Americans who are engaged in this kind of propaganda, and whether they should be civilly or even in some cases, criminally charged, is something that would be a better deterrence,” Clinton said.

Maddow referenced recent actions by the Biden-Harris Justice and State Departments against Russians allegedly pushing pro-Russian narratives through a Tennessee-based media company. The administration also accused Russian entities of using fake news websites to sway the 2024 election.

Clinton’s remarks fueled speculation about the potential for a crackdown on speech deemed as “Russian propaganda.” Some critics argue that Clinton’s stance is hypocritical, given her involvement in the 2016 disinformation campaign. The Justice Department previously stated that the podcasters associated with the Tennessee company were unaware of its Russian ties, though they have been accused by the left of supporting Russia merely for opposing U.S. involvement in the Ukraine War.

Clinton went further, accusing Republicans in Congress of echoing Russian talking points and hinted at stronger measures. “We are not going to let adversaries... influence Americans as to how we should vote in picking our leaders,” she said.

Her comments raise concerns about the impact of such measures on free speech and political dissent in the U.S., leaving many questioning whether these proposals could silence legitimate criticism.