Dozens Of State Attorneys General To Investigate Facebook

The video discusses an antitrust investigation into Facebook led by state attorneys general, focusing on potential consumer data risks, reduced consumer choice, and increased advertising costs. Around 40 states are involved, with meetings held with the Justice Department and FTC. Facebook has expressed willingness to cooperate. The investigation is part of broader federal scrutiny of Facebook's practices.

What was the primary focus of the investigation announced by state attorneys general in September?

• To explore Facebook's new advertising strategies

• To determine if Facebook's actions endangered consumer data

• To evaluate Facebook's market expansion plans

• To assess Facebook's employee satisfaction

How many state attorneys general joined the investigation into Facebook?

• 20

• 30

• 50

• 40

What was Facebook's stance in response to the investigation?

• They refused to cooperate

• They ignored the investigation

• They welcomed discussions with policymakers

• They decided to sue the state attorneys general

Which organizations did the states involved in the investigation collaborate with?

• The European Union

• The United Nations

• The World Trade Organization

• The Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission

What did James emphasize about the nature of the investigation?

• It was a bipartisan effort to protect consumers and competition

• It was a unilateral effort

• It was focused on international trade

• It was a secretive operation