Opinion | When Mark Zuckerberg Wins Over Trump, We Lose
Briefly

Two years after kicking Trump off his platforms, Zuckerberg has cozied up to the President-elect, continuing his strategy of aligning with those in power for Meta's benefit.
Congress's failure to regulate social media giants, despite their evident harms, suggests that Zuckerberg's lobbying has been successful, securing advantages for Meta and a less competitive landscape.
Zuckerberg’s past commitment to reducing misinformation seems increasingly undermined by his recent decisions, notably scaling back fact-checking efforts at Meta, raising concerns about truth on social media.
The dynamic between Zuckerberg and the political landscape illustrates a shift where aligning with power supersedes previous stances on issues such as misinformation and content moderation.
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