Meta's Content Moderation Shift and Political Implications

This chapter examines Meta's recent pivot from third-party fact-checking to community-led content moderation, raising fears of increased misinformation. It reflects on the alignment of major tech companies with political figures like Donald Trump and the historical impact of Jean-Marie Le Pen on right-wing politics in Europe. Additionally, the chapter highlights the rising influence of far-right parties in the UK and discusses public reactions to controversial political comments within this context.