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2024-07-04 23:28:28

Supreme Court Rulings Raise Concerns About Censorship and Free Speech Online
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The Supreme Court's recent rulings on censorship and free speech online have sparked concerns. The Court declined to rule on state laws restricting social media moderation, recognizing the importance of platforms to free speech. A federal judge blocked Mississippi's law requiring age verification on social media, deeming it a violation of free speech rights. Another ruling raised concerns about government coercion and the unenforceability of the First Amendment. Calls for action to restore free speech rights and defund censorship agencies are growing. #SupremeCourt #Censorship #FreeSpeech...
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2024-07-04 19:24:45

Supreme Court Sends Texas and Florida Social Media Laws Back to Lower Courts, Delays Ruling on Constitutionality
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The Supreme Court has sent Texas and Florida social media laws back to lower courts, delaying a ruling on their constitutionality. The laws, challenged by tech industry trade groups, aimed to restrict social media content moderation. The Court's decision recognizes the importance of free speech online and the need to carefully consider the constitutional implications of regulating social media platforms. In a separate case, a federal judge has blocked Mississippi from enforcing a law that restricts access to social media platforms for minors. Legal experts warn of a new Orwellian censorship regime and call for Congress to take action. #SupremeCourt #SocialMediaLaws #FreeSpeech...
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2024-07-02 12:24:10

US Supreme Court Sends Texas Social Media Law Back to Lower Court, Delaying Landmark Ruling
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The US Supreme Court has sent Texas' social media law back to a lower court, delaying a landmark ruling. The law aims to prevent social media companies from censoring content based on political viewpoints. The Court wants a full analysis of the legal challenge, recognizing the constitutional implications of regulating social media platforms. #SupremeCourt #SocialMediaLaw...
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2024-07-02 04:21:50

US Supreme Court Sidesteps Ruling on Contentious Social Media Laws, Leaving Restrictions in Limbo
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The US Supreme Court has avoided ruling on state laws restricting social media content moderation, leaving them in limbo. The laws in Florida and Texas, challenged by tech trade groups, claim political bias by major platforms. The court's decision orders lower courts to review the laws, which have not gone into effect due to ongoing litigation. In a separate case, a federal judge blocked Mississippi from enforcing a law that required age verification and parental consent for social media access, citing violations of free speech rights. #SocialMedia #FirstAmendment...
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2024-07-01 17:01:39

US Supreme Court Sidesteps Ruling on Contentious Social Media Laws, Leaving Restrictions in Limbo
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The US Supreme Court has avoided ruling on state laws restricting social media content moderation, leaving restrictions in limbo. Lower courts will review laws in Florida and Texas challenged by tech trade groups claiming political bias. The decision is welcomed by tech advocacy groups, arguing that the laws would increase hate and disinformation online while undermining the First Amendment. #SupremeCourt #SocialMediaLaws...
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2024-06-30 18:00:15

US Supreme Court Ruling on Government Contact with Social Media Platforms Sparks Ongoing Battle for Online Free Speech
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The US Supreme Court ruling affirms government's authority to flag false or harmful posts on social media platforms, sparking an ongoing battle for online free speech. The decision sets a precedent for future cases, but the New Civil Liberties Alliance continues the fight in lower courts to demonstrate direct harm caused by government censorship. The debate over government regulation of social media platforms and the limits of their influence on content moderation continues. #SupremeCourt #FreeSpeech #SocialMedia...
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2024-06-26 14:41:06

Supreme Court Rules on Lawsuit Alleging COVID-Era Social Media Censorship
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The Supreme Court has ruled that Republican-led states lacked standing to sue the federal government over alleged COVID-era social media censorship. The decision affirms the government's authority to combat misinformation without violating the First Amendment. This ruling has implications for future cases on social media censorship and government influence on online platforms. #SupremeCourt #FirstAmendment #SocialMediaCensorship...
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2024-06-12 18:56:19

Supreme Court Decision on Social Media Moderation and Age Verification Laws
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The US Supreme Court is set to rule on state laws regulating social media content moderation and age verification. The outcome could impact free speech rights online and lead to nationwide changes in content moderation. NetChoice has also filed a lawsuit challenging Mississippi's age verification law, arguing it unconstitutionally limits access to online speech. The case could have implications for similar laws in other states. #SupremeCourt #SocialMediaRegulation #FreeSpeech #AgeVerification...
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2024-06-09 08:04:25

Tech Industry Group Files Lawsuit Challenging Mississippi Website Age Verification Law
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Tech industry group NetChoice files lawsuit challenging Mississippi's website age verification law, arguing it unconstitutionally limits online speech for both minors and adults. The law, set to take effect on July 1, aims to protect children from explicit content. NetChoice has successfully blocked similar laws in other states. The lawsuit claims the law would replace voluntary content moderation with state-mandated censorship, potentially impacting a wide range of speech. #FirstAmendment #FreeSpeech #Censorship...
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2024-06-03 02:15:47

First Amendment Lawsuit Alleges State Department's Role in Censoring Conservatives
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The Supreme Court hears the case of Missouri vs Murthy, alleging the State Department's role in censoring conservatives on social media. Justices express concerns about government censorship and the implications for free speech. The outcome may result in a splintered decision. Bill Maher criticizes government and social media censorship during the pandemic. MRC Free Speech America calls out Big Tech for censorship and discrimination. Investigative journalist Margot Cleveland discusses a lawsuit alleging the State Department marketed censorship technology to Big Tech. The Supreme Court's decision will impact free speech on social media and government influence on content moderation. A new lawsuit argues that Section 230 protects tools empowering users to control what they see online. #FirstAmendment #Censorship #SupremeCourt #FreeSpeech #Section230...
#newstr #SupremeCourt #MissouriVsMurthy #GovernmentCensorship #SocialMedia #FirstAmendment #Conservatives #BigTech #Section230 #StateDepartment #Lawsuit
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2024-05-29 23:14:05

MRC VP Dan Schneider Highlights Big Tech Censorship and Offers Solution
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The Supreme Court hears the case of Missouri vs Murthy, addressing social media censorship and government pressure on platforms to restrict conservative opinions. Justices express concerns about potential implications, while critics argue that restrictions on free speech infringe on First Amendment rights. The outcome may result in a splintered decision. Bill Maher criticizes government and medical agencies for censoring dissenting opinions on COVID-19. MRC VP Dan Schneider calls out Big Tech for censorship, discrimination, and election interference. The Supreme Court's decision will impact free speech boundaries on social media and government influence on content moderation. Knight Institute files a lawsuit arguing that Section 230 protects tools empowering users to control what they see online. #SupremeCourt #FreeSpeech #Censorship #BigTech...
#newstr #SupremeCourt #SocialMediaCensorship #Section230 #FreeSpeech #BigTech #Censorship #Discrimination #ElectionInterference #TexasSenateCommitteeOnStateAffairs
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2024-05-02 02:35:05

Supreme Court Hears Case on Social Media Censorship as Lawsuit Challenges Section 230 Protections
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The Supreme Court is hearing a case on social media censorship and Section 230 protections. The case raises concerns about government coercion, First Amendment rights, and the potential implications for free speech. The outcome will shape the boundaries of free speech on social media platforms and the government's influence on content moderation. #SupremeCourt #Section230 #FreeSpeech...
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