Morning Wire Cloakroom Cocaine Investigation & Meta’s ‘Twitter Killer’ | 7.6.23
Jul 6, 2023
The discovery of cocaine at the White House raises eyebrows and prompts investigations by the Secret Service. Meanwhile, Meta launches its new app, Threads, positioning itself as a contender against Twitter amid user dissatisfaction. A ruling against government pressure on social media highlights important First Amendment rights, igniting discussions on censorship and free speech. Plus, alarming claims emerge regarding the administration's influence over social platforms while global temperatures soar, posing severe health risks.
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White House Cocaine Incident
- Cocaine was found in the White House cloakroom, prompting an evacuation.
- The Secret Service is investigating, but the culprit remains unknown, raising transparency concerns.
Meta Launches 'Twitter Killer'
- Meta launched Threads, a new microblogging app, as a Twitter competitor.
- Threads leverages Meta's vast user base, posing a threat to Twitter's market share.
Judge Blocks Biden Administration Censorship
- A judge barred the Biden administration from pressuring social media companies to censor free speech.
- This injunction protects content containing protected free speech, impacting agencies like HHS, CDC, and the FBI.