Buckeye Reporter

Thomas Massie, a U.S. Congressman representing Kentucky’s 4th district since 2012, has recently shared his perspectives on legislative matters through social media posts. His tweets cover topics ranging from online censorship to federal mandates affecting civil liberties.

On February 12, 2025, Massie announced the introduction of HR 1233 aimed at "eliminating taxpayer funding of online censorship." He referenced the Twitter Files as evidence that "the government colludes with private companies and universities to violate the 1st Amendment." Massie emphasized the need for Congress to use its financial oversight capabilities to terminate what he described as unconstitutional activities. "I've introduced HR 1233 to eliminate taxpayer funding of online censorship."

Later that day, Massie criticized a federal mandate requiring automobile kill switches, labeling it as "Orwellian" and a threat to civil liberties. He questioned how individuals would contest their roadside convictions if their vehicles were shut down due to disapproved driving behavior. Massie also noted that the technology necessary for implementing such a mandate does not currently exist and called for its repeal. "The federal automobile kill switch mandate is Orwellian and threatens civil liberties."

On February 13, 2025, Massie expressed gratitude towards Representative Tom McClintock for cosponsoring HR 1233. He reiterated concerns regarding governmental collusion with private entities in violating First Amendment rights and urged Congress to put an end to these actions. "Thank you to @RepMcClintock for cosponsoring HR 1233."