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Trump's Social Media Lawsuit Is Mostly Messaging, But Tech Regulation Is Coming

Jul 8, 2021

Shannon Bond, NPR's Technology correspondent, dives into former President Trump's recent lawsuit against social media giants, claiming violations of his rights. Legal experts debate the merit of his arguments while discussing the broader implications of tech companies on free speech. The conversation shifts to a growing bipartisan movement in Congress pushing for big tech regulation, addressing monopolistic practices and censorship. With new leadership at the Federal Trade Commission, significant changes in tech oversight could be on the horizon.

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Intro

6min

Shifting Political Views on Big Tech Regulation

2min

Navigating Bipartisan Efforts in Tech Regulation

7min

Former president Donald Trump filed a lawsuit this week claiming that his rights are violated by social media bans, claims legal experts say are spurious. But there has long been a push for big tech regulation in Washington, and it appears that the wheels are starting to turn.

This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional editor Deirdre Walsh, and technology correspondent Shannon Bond.

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