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The Senate votes to regulate social media but the fight isn’t over

Jul 31, 2024
Ruth Reader, a POLITICO reporter specializing in tech and policy, dives into the Senate's recent vote on social media regulations targeting children's online safety. She discusses the bipartisan support for the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act and the overwhelming backing from lawmakers. However, challenges loom as the legislation faces a lobbying battle from tech industry advocates. Ruth also explores the 'duty of care' principle and the potential ramifications of empowering the FTC to regulate content on social media.
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