Want to give a comment at a San Jose City Council meeting? Better be there in person

San Jose is nixing virtual public comment at all meetings, sparking concerns around free speech and access to city government.

Starting Tuesday, only residents attending city meetings in person will be able to provide public comment. People watching remotely via Zoom can no longer call in to voice their opinions. Officials say the decision is because a handful of people have abused the virtual tool to spew hate speech.