The Donald Trump-appointed judge’s move could undo years of efforts to enhance coordination between the government and social media companies. But the lawsuit marks a new twist in Republicans’ complaints that tech companies are silencing their views. AdvertisementThe Republicans’ case hinges on tens of thousands of communications, including emails and messages, between Biden administration officials and social media companies, largely occurring between 2020 and 2021. Hoft alleges that his social media accounts were suspended in response to comments he made about coronavirus vaccines and mail-in ballots. Doughty’s order comes as social media companies recently have begun to unwind some of the programs created to address disinformation.

Source: Washington Post July 05, 2023 14:53 UTC