U.S. Vice President JD Vance intensified his critique of free speech in Europe, particularly regarding hate speech laws, which he believes could jeopardize the lives of American service personnel stationed in Germany. At a conference of conservative activists, Vance highlighted the reliance of Germany's defense on U.S. taxpayer funds and argued that limits on free expression could harm U.S. interests abroad. His previous remarks at the Munich Security Conference faced backlash from leaders including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, prompting questions about the future of U.S.-European alliances.
"There are thousands upon thousands of American troops in Germany today. Do you think that the American taxpayer is going to stand for that, if you get thrown in jail in Germany for posting a mean tweet? Of course, they're not."
"Germany's entire defense is subsidized by the American taxpayer, I do think the strength of those alliances is going to depend on whether we take our societies in the right direction."
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