Sen. Ed Markey wants media companies to fight for the First Amendment

In this episode of Decoder, Nilay Patel interviews Senator Ed Markey of Massachusetts, focusing on the intersection of technology, free speech, and government regulation under the Trump administration. They discuss concerns about the FCC's potential censorship, the unresolved status of the TikTok ban, and the broader implications for democracy and the First Amendment. Markey expresses strong criticism of Trump's approach to these issues, while also addressing the role and responsibility of media and tech companies in safeguarding free speech. The conversation also explores potential conflicts of interest within the administration regarding AI regulation and the need for congressional oversight.