DHS’s Kristi Noem Targets Country Singer Over Song Lyrics: A Free Speech Concern?
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem criticized country singer Zach Bryan for a song she believed was disrespectful to law enforcement, going as far as to express gladness that she had not financially supported his career. The White House also weighed in, accusing Bryan of encouraging illegal immigration based on another song. The author notes this reaction as part of a larger trend of the federal government, particularly under the current administration, attempting to influence artistic expression across various forms of media, from comedy to sports, which raises concerns about a potential authoritarian shift in the United States.
John Q. Hosedrinker