‘How dare the US attack the UK’s free speech’: Independent readers call out trade deal demands

US calls to weaken the UK’s hate speech laws in exchange for a trade deal have sparked a strong reaction from Independent readers, with many alarmed at what they see as foreign interference in British democracy.

While a few acknowledged problems with how free speech is handled in the UK, most were strongly opposed to the idea of giving in to pressure from Washington – particularly from US Vice President JD Vance, who has reportedly demanded the scrapping of protections for minorities.

Many voiced concern that free speech is being weaponised by powerful figures – including President Donald Trump – not to defend open debate, but to shut down criticism while playing the victim.

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