A License to Speak is a Victory, but Durable Protections are Needed to Safeguard Scholars, Journalists, and Advocates

The blog discusses the implications of U.S. sanctions on free speech and the ability of scholars and advocates to engage with organizations like the International Criminal Court (ICC). It highlights a recent victory for expert witness Josh Paul, who was granted a limited license by the Treasury Department to testify without facing penalties related to sanctions. However, the author argues that this license is an incomplete victory and calls for stronger protections to ensure that individuals can engage in constitutionally protected speech without fear of legal repercussions.