An American cancer patient and Trump supporter was approached by British police

A recent incident involving an American cancer patient and Trump supporter has raised eyebrows, as she was approached by British police and instructed to apologize for her online posts or risk an investigation.


Deborah Anderson, a mother of two, was visited at her home in June by an officer from Thames Valley Police, who informed her that a complaint had been received regarding her social media activity. Despite identifying herself as an American citizen and a member of the Free Speech Union, Deborah was asked to apologize for the offense caused to the complainant, with the threat of further action if she declined.

What's striking about this case is the lack of clarity surrounding the complaint itself. The officer did not specify which of Deborah's posts had prompted the complaint, leaving her unsure of what she was supposed to apologize for. This ambiguity is compounded by the fact that Deborah is a supporter of President Trump and the MAGA movement, and it remains unclear whether this played a role in the complaint. As someone who is currently undergoing cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, Deborah should be focused on her recovery, not dealing with the stress and uncertainty of a police investigation.

Fortunately, the Free Speech Union intervened on Deborah's behalf, and the police have since ceased their investigation. However, the fact that Thames Valley Police has not informed Deborah which of her posts prompted the complaint, citing that they have inadvertently deleted the record of it, raises questions about the handling of the case. This incident also raises concerns about the policing of online speech and the potential for censorship, particularly when it involves individuals with strong political views.

As Thames Valley Police is responsible for the security of President Trump during his visit, this incident may have implications for how he and his supporters view the actions of British law enforcement. The fact that an American citizen was visited at her home and threatened with investigation over online posts may be seen as an overreach of authority, and it will be interesting to see how this situation is received by President Trump and his supporters. Overall, this incident highlights the need for careful consideration and transparency when it comes to policing online speech, particularly when it involves individuals with strong political views or those who are vulnerable due to illness or other circumstances.