Germany Cracks Down: Insulting People Online Now Classified as Crime, Homes Raided Immediately
German prosecutors have told CBS' '60 Minutes' that insulting people online is a crime, as the government launches a nationwide crackdown on offensive speech, including raids on offenders' homes. The measures aim to combat hate speech and cyberbullying in Germany.
German prosecutors have told CBS '60 Minutes' that insulting people online is a crime under German law, as the country's government launches a nationwide crackdown on offensive speech, resulting in raids on offenders' homes and raising concerns about freedom of expression. The crackdown aims to curb hate speech and harassment online. Local officials emphasized the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals from online abuse. The move has sparked debate about the balance between free speech and protecting citizens from harm.
