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Trump sparks free speech row with UK over Lucy Connolly case

The US State Department expressed concerns about infringements on freedom of expression
The US State Department expressed concerns about infringements on freedom of expression (PA Wire)
  • Donald Trump has reignited his free speech dispute with UK Labour leader Keir Starmer after the US State Department announced it is "monitoring" the case of Lucy Connolly.
  • Connolly, wife of a former Conservative councillor, received a 31-month sentence for a controversial social media post about migrants made on the day of the Southport murders.
  • The US State Department expressed concerns about infringements on freedom of expression, prompting criticism from UK politicians who believe Connolly's sentence is excessive.
  • This incident further escalates tensions between the US and UK governments following clashes over online safety laws and free speech during the summer riots.
  • The US intervention follows Trump’s criticism of the UK's handling of free speech issues.
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