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Meta Admits Error in Censoring Iconic Photo of Trump After Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally
Jul 29, 2024, 07:18 PM
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has officially admitted to wrongly censoring an iconic photo of former President Donald Trump pumping his fist with his ear bleeding after an assassination attempt. The incident occurred during a rally in Pennsylvania. Facebook initially labeled the photo as 'altered' and prevented it from being seen on their platforms. The company has acknowledged this action as an error. Additionally, Facebook threatened users who posted the photo with permanent suspensions.
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