Angelina Jolie Voices Alarm Over US Free Speech Decline At San Sebastián Festival

At the San Sebastián Film Festival in Spain, actress Angelina Jolie openly expressed her deep concern over the current state of the United States under President Donald Trump's administration, stating she no longer recognizes her country due to increasing threats to freedom of expression. Jolie emphasized the danger of any forces that divide or limit personal freedoms, describing the times as very heavy and serious. Her comments were made in the context of growing worries about free speech, notably following the indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show after controversial remarks on the killing of conservative figure Charlie Kirk. Jolie, promoting her film "Couture," linked her international worldview to her fears about division and repression in the US. She also related personally to her film role, which explores themes of personal struggle and resilience. Her remarks resonated with broader criticism of media suppression and sparked reactions from other public figures concerned about freedom of speech under the current administration.