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Senator Eric Schmitt, a U.S. Senator from Missouri, posted several statements on September 23, 2025, addressing both legislative efforts and concerns about online discourse.

In a tweet at 16:06 UTC, Schmitt highlighted his support for recognizing the historic significance of Route 66, stating: "From the heartland of America to the West, Route 66 has long played a vital role in our nation's story. I’m proud to cosponsor a bipartisan bill to make it a National Historic Trail and ensure its legacy lives on." The proposed legislation aims to preserve Route 66’s legacy by designating it as a National Historic Trail.

Later that day, at 18:49 UTC, Schmitt addressed issues surrounding social media and political debate in the United States. He wrote: "In American politics today, stories, narratives, ideas, etc all take shape on the big social media platforms before making their way into the general public discourse. Online censorship rigged the entire American political debate in the Left's favor." In another post at the same time, he commented on recent developments with: "This would be an incredible victory — if they follow through. We'll be watching very closely. This is a big deal."

Route 66 is widely recognized as an important symbol of American culture and history. Its preservation has been supported by various advocacy groups and lawmakers over recent years.

The discussion about online censorship has been ongoing in U.S. politics. Concerns have been raised by several lawmakers regarding how content moderation policies on major social media platforms may impact political discourse and public opinion.