Supreme Court hearing social media misinformation case

Supreme Court hearing social media misinformation case

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The Biden administration is accused of violating the 1st Amendment by urging social media companies to remove misleading posts. This action, aimed at curbing misinformation about COVID-19 and the 2020 election, was challenged by two Republican state attorneys general. The case, now at the Supreme Court, involves arguments about government intervention in social media and free speech. The Biden administration argues for the removal of harmful misinformation, while conservative attorneys claim this is censorship. The court's decision is expected in late spring or early summer, with public support evident for both sides.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason the Biden administration urged social media companies to remove certain posts?

To promote their political agenda

To curb online misinformation

To increase social media engagement

To support conservative viewpoints

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which social media platforms did the Biden administration reach out to for removing misleading information?

Twitter and Instagram

LinkedIn and Snapchat

Facebook and YouTube

TikTok and Reddit

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main argument of the conservative attorneys general against the Biden administration's actions?

It promotes misinformation

It increases misinformation

It violates free speech

It supports national security

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Biden administration's justification for intervening in social media content?

To promote their political agenda

To address national security concerns

To enhance social media engagement

To support conservative viewpoints

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the Supreme Court expected to deliver a decision on this case?

Immediately after the hearing

In a few days

In late spring or early summer

By the end of the year