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Meta Lifts Restrictions on Trump's Facebook and Instagram Accounts on July 12 Ahead of 2024 Election

Jul 12, 2024, 09:15 PM

Meta announced on Friday, July 12, that it will lift restrictions on former President Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts. This decision is aimed at ensuring parity among presidential candidates ahead of the 2024 election. Since being reinstated in January 2023, Trump's accounts had been subject to heightened suspension penalties. Meta's move comes as Trump is the nominee of the Republican Party for the upcoming election. The company stated that they have a responsibility to allow political expression and ensure that all candidates have equal access to the platforms. Nick Clegg, Meta's executive, emphasized the importance of this decision. The restrictions had been in place for 17 months following the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.