A federal judge has granted an injunction to prevent the FTC from continuing its investigation into Media Matters, citing the violation of free speech rights. The FTC's inquiry was initiated to determine if Media Matters illegally conspired with advertising advocacy groups to harm X's revenue. Media Matters had raised concerns about advertisements on X appearing next to antisemitic content. The judge characterized the FTC's actions as retaliation linked to Elon Musk and the Trump administration, though the FTC retains the option to appeal the decision.
A federal judge granted an injunction blocking the FTC's investigation of Media Matters, ruling that the inquiry violated the free speech rights of the liberal watchdog group.
Media Matters reported in 2023 that ads on X appeared alongside antisemitic content, leading the FTC to investigate whether the group illegally colluded with advertising advocates.
Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan described the FTC's inquiry as a "retaliatory act" on behalf of Elon Musk and the Trump administration.
The FTC's ability to appeal is preserved despite the judge's ruling to block the inquiry against Media Matters.
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