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Proposed law would allow Texas to sue Facebook and Twitter for limiting free speech

April 28, 2019

A bill before the Texas Senate seeks to prevent social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter from censoring users based on their viewpoints. Supporters say it would protect the free exchange of ideas, but critics say the bill contradicts a federal law that allows social media platforms to regulate their own content. From Texas Tribune

Country
United States
Topic, claim, or defense
General or Non-Specified
Freedom of Expression