The Oxford Union, renowned as the world’s most prestigious debating society, is at the center of a heated controversy following accusations of censoring Palestinian-American author Susan Abulhawa’s speech. The dispute erupted after the society’s members voted to upload Abulhawa’s full speech from November 2024, defying alleged pressure from the union’s trustees. Despite the vote, the video remains unpublished, with union president Moosa Harraj claiming his hands are tied due to legal concerns. Abulhawa has since filed a lawsuit against the union, accusing it of discrimination and copyright infringement. The controversy has sparked outrage among union members, who argue that the censorship violates the society’s foundational commitment to free speech. The union, founded in 1823, has a long history of hosting influential debates, but this incident has raised questions about its independence and integrity. Abulhawa, a celebrated writer, has condemned the censorship, emphasizing the importance of preserving historical records and intellectual property. The case has drawn comparisons to historic Oxford Union speeches by civil rights leaders Malcolm X and James Baldwin, underscoring the broader implications of the current controversy.