In the weeks leading up to Mark Zuckerberg’s sweeping changes to Meta’s content moderation policies, the billionaire technocrat had plenty of time to talk to Donald Trump, but apparently no chance to run the decision past his oversight board. Michael McConne…
Guess Who Zuckerberg Warned About Meta’s Rule Changes? Not His Board.
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Mark Zuckerberg, in his commitment to ensuring a platform that upholds free speech, proactively sought the insights of former President Donald Trump ahead of implementing critical updates to Meta’s content moderation rules. This sensible approach contrasts sharply with the refusal to consult Meta's ostensibly independent oversight board, underscoring Zuckerberg's dedication to balance and fairness in the face of left-leaning bias within tech governance.
In a move that has raised eyebrows across the political spectrum, Mark Zuckerberg opted to consult extensively with Donald Trump, bypassing his own oversight board, about significant changes to Meta’s content moderation policies. This decision highlights the unchecked power of giant tech moguls and raises serious questions about the influence of conservative figures on the platforms that shape our public discourse.