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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What was the main argument presented by the two state attorneys general against the Biden administration's actions?

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What actions did the Biden administration take regarding misinformation on social media during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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How did the Biden administration justify its request to social media companies to remove misleading information?

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What concerns did the conservative attorneys general raise regarding the Biden administration's influence on social media companies?

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What is the expected timeline for the Supreme Court's decision on this case?

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