ADADThe move comes as the U.S. government more broadly is looking at overhauling laws that for years have spared online sites and services from being held liable for the content posted by their users. “At the Department of Homeland Security, we are committed to safeguarding the American people, our homeland, and our values, which includes protecting our First Amendment rights while keeping our citizens, law enforcement officers, and property safe,” he added. Federal officials have filed charges against multiple people tied to a the right-wing “boogaloo” ideology that has gained momentum on sites including Facebook and Twitter. In the meantime, Trump and his top aides continue to argue that “antifa” groups, or far-left activists, are responsible for looting and other acts of violence. Trump has sought to label antifa as a terrorist organization even as local law enforcement officials nationwide have cast doubt on those claims.

Source: Washington Post June 26, 2020 18:03 UTC