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Sen. Ron Wyden says Trump’s Section 230 FCC shuffle is a ‘disaster’

Aug 4, 2020
Ron Wyden, a U.S. Senator and co-author of Section 230, dives into pressing tech issues with hosts Nilay Patel and Adi Robertson. He addresses the controversial potential sale of TikTok, raising concerns over national security and market fairness. Wyden also unveils his new privacy bill that aims to prevent law enforcement from easily accessing personal data. He critiques Trump's recent FCC maneuvers, calling them a 'disaster' that threatens free speech and innovation. The discussion navigates the complexities of social media regulation amid growing scrutiny.
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