Justice Alexandre de Moraes' unprecedented campaign to combat online disinformation in Brazil has raised questions about democracy, freedom of speech, and the limits of judicial power.
Moraes' aggressive measures have led to thousands of posts being taken down, demonstrating a willingness to use judicial authority to regulate online discourse in a democracy.
The blackout order on the social network X, which fines users attempting to bypass it, worries even supporters who question the balance between fighting disinformation and preserving freedoms.
Experts are divided on the effectiveness of Brazil’s approach to disinformation, weighing the dangers of overreach against the necessity of protecting democratic processes in the digital age.
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