Morning Wire White House Censorship Allegations & GOP Primary Heats Up | 7.28.23
Jul 28, 2023
Allegations arise regarding White House pressure on social media to censor content, igniting debates about free expression. The U.S. economy surprises with a 2.4% growth rate amid inflation. Insights reveal how this economic scenario affects consumer spending and corporate investments. As the GOP primary heats up, candidates face challenges, especially DeSantis, as cultural issues and legal controversies color voter engagement. The dynamics of economic perception versus reality are explored, shaping the political landscape.
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White House Censorship
- The White House pressured Facebook to alter its content moderation policies.
- Internal Meta emails reveal the White House's influence on Facebook's decisions regarding misinformation.
Meme Controversy
- A meme discouraging COVID vaccination angered White House senior advisor Andy Slavitt.
- Meta emails reveal that Facebook adjusted content moderation in response to this pressure.
Economic Growth
- The U.S. economy grew by 2.4% in the last quarter, exceeding expectations.
- Factors include resilient consumer spending, increased business investment, and a tight labor market.