"modified" according to whom? Users should be able to use software the way they want, not the way Big Tech dictates.

Governments are scared because they realise cryptography is being used against them.

Now users should realise the same.

Strong encryption is classified as a weapon for good reason. Just like you'd want a gun in your hands, but not one pointed at you.

Then again, the fact that you call them "consumers" instead of "users" already shows what side of the debate you're on.