Rumble Rejects UK Government’s Pressure to Demonetize Russell Brand Amidst Allegations

If you’re tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. Amidst a growing controversy surrounding comedian Russell Brand, video platform Rumble has taken a stand against the UK government’s push to penalize the commentator based on recent allegations. The chair of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee says that she is “concerned” that Brand may be able to profit from his work online. Last week, The Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches covered serious allegations of assault against Russell Brand. While the comedian has yet to be convicted of any wrongdoing and whether the anonymous accusers are victims is yet to be determined, several major platforms, including YouTube, Netflix, and BBC iPlayer, took swift action, either demonetizing or removing Brand’s content. “We would be grateful if you could confirm whether Mr Brand is able to monetise his content, including his videos relating to the serious accusations against him. If so, we would like to know whether Rumble intends to join YouTube in suspending Mr Brand’s ability to earn money on the platform,” wrote Dame Caroline Dinenage, in the brazen letter. “We would also like to know what Rumble is doing to ensure that creators are not able to use the platform to undermine the welfare of victims of inappropriate and potentially illegal behaviour.” Rumble, however, has chosen a different route from the other platforms. In response to an inquiry by the UK’s Culture, Media and Sport Committee regarding Brand’s monetization on the platform, Rumble CEO…Rumble Rejects UK Government’s Pressure to Demonetize Russell Brand Amidst Allegations