Meta Settles with Trump for $25 Million Over Account Suspension
Meta agrees to pay $25 million to Donald Trump following the settlement of a lawsuit regarding account suspensions after the January 6 riot.
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The settlement highlights the often murky boundaries of social media governance in a politically charged environment, particularly in light of Trump’s persistent claims of censorship and the political leanings of major tech companies.
Zuckerberg's Meta to pay Trump massive settlement after banning him on Facebook, Instagram
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The settlement of $25 million by Meta to Trump underscores the tensions surrounding free speech and social media's role in political discourse, particularly in light of the Capitol breach.
Meta Agrees to Settle Trump Lawsuit Over Account Suspension
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The recent $25 million settlement by Meta exemplifies the company's strategic maneuvering in its complex relationship with Donald Trump, reflecting an intention to mend fences in the politically charged landscape of social media.
Trump Scores $25 Million Settlement From Meta Over Suspended Accounts
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Summary
Meta Platforms Inc. has settled with former President Donald Trump for $25 million over his suspended accounts on Facebook and Instagram after the January 6 Capitol riot. According to reports, $22 million will fund Trump's presidential library, while the remaining $3 million will cover legal costs and compensations for plaintiffs. The settlement does not require Meta to admit any wrongdoing. Trump previously alleged that social media platforms infringed upon his First Amendment rights, and the lawsuit was part of a series of legal challenges against major tech firms post-riot. In February 2023, Meta reinstated Trump’s accounts, citing the importance of public political discourse.
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