FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson has drawn criticism for initiating a politically motivated investigation into claims of "big tech censorship" against conservative voices. Critics argue this contradicts his initial promise to halt investigations led by Lina Khan. The article outlines how leading social media platforms, now heavily influenced by wealthy donors close to Donald Trump, have policies increasingly favoring conservative viewpoints. A comment filed by the Copia Institute emphasizes that the FTC's inquiry misinterprets essential aspects of online expression, particularly concerning private editorial discretion protected by the First Amendment, as affirmed by recent Supreme Court rulings.
The FTC's inquiry into "platform censorship" fundamentally misunderstands three critical realities about online expression: first, the Supreme Court's affirmation of First Amendment protections.
Chair Andrew Ferguson's promise to end Lina Khan's politically motivated investigations contrasted sharply with his initiation of an investigation into supposed big tech censorship against conservatives.
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