Julianne Moore has voiced her sadness and shock over the ban of her children's book, 'Freckleface Strawberry,' by the Trump administration's Department of Defense (DoD) schools.

Moore criticized the government's actions, reflecting on her own experience attending a DoD school and emphasizing the importance of freedom of speech.

Critics argue that such censorship threatens freedom of expression and education, setting a dangerous precedent for artistic freedom.

The decision to remove a book promoting self-acceptance and diversity could limit the variety of children's literature and hinder discussions about identity.

The book, which is semi-autobiographical, tells the story of a seven-year-old girl learning to embrace her freckles and differences, drawing inspiration from Moore's own childhood.

This ban is part of a broader initiative by the Trump administration that targets educational materials associated with gender and equality ideologies.

While no books have officially been banned, a DoDEA spokesperson stated that they are undergoing review, with no specified timeline for this process.

PEN America has criticized the administration for labeling book bans as a 'hoax' while actively removing titles from schools, impacting approximately 67,000 children in DoD schools worldwide.

Celebrities including Michelle Pfeiffer and Halle Berry have expressed disbelief and support for Moore, highlighting the cultural tensions surrounding educational materials.

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is currently reviewing books related to gender ideology and discriminatory equity topics, following an executive order from the Trump administration.

The review includes not only Moore's book but also others such as 'Becoming Nicole,' about a transgender actress, and 'No Truth Without Ruth,' about Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Moore, who has written eight books in the 'Freckleface Strawberry' series, lamented the implications for free speech and expression within the U.S. school system.