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Trump Loyalists Aren’t Going Away, They’re Moving to New Social Media Platforms
Right-wing websites like Gab and Rumble are jockeying for position among Trump loyalists and conspiracy theorists.
More Cops and Big Tech-Led Deplatforming Won’t Help Us Defeat the Far Right
We can't depend on capitalist state violence or social media giants. We must build an anti-fascist movement.
Trump Can Tweet No More
The social media giant decided to permanently suspend Trump for his role in inciting the breach of the Capitol.
Facebook Bans Trump Indefinitely, Citing His Intent to Incite Violence
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg noted that the president appeared to use the site "to incite violent insurrection."
Trump FCC Nominee Could Threaten the Agency’s Independence
Nathan Simington's nomination is part of an effort to curb social media content moderation in his favor.
Bernie Sanders Issues Warning About Prospect of Trump Refusing to Leave Office
The Vermont senator made the remarks during his first major public speech since bowing out of the presidential race.
TikTok and WeChat Apps Banned by Trump Administration Starting This Sunday
Use of the TikTok app by those who already have it will be banned starting November 12, unless the company can be sold.
As Right-Wingers Block Evacuation Routes, “Antifa” Lead Relief Efforts in Oregon
Some buying into false social media postings about antifa are attacking others they wrongly accuse of "looting."
Facebook’s Political Ad Ban Could Inhibit Ability to Spread Accurate Voting Info
The ban removes a key communication channel just as millions in the U.S. navigate an unfamiliar voting process.
Fauci Fires Back Against Errant Claim on COVID Shared by Trump
Some social media users have wrongly interpreted a CDC stat as showing COVID is less deadly than what's being reported.