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US House Judiciary Committee Subpoenas Tech Giants
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee, led by Chairman Jim Jordan, has issued subpoenas to major technology companies, including Alphabet (Google’s parent company), Amazon, Apple, Meta (Facebook’s parent company), and Microsoft. The subpoenas demand internal communications related to content moderation decisions.
Focus of the Investigation
The committee seeks to determine whether these companies coordinated with the government to moderate, suppress, or limit the circulation of certain online content. There is particular concern over potential censorship of conservative viewpoints.
Key Demands
The subpoenas require the companies to submit relevant documents by March 23, 2025. Lawmakers are investigating the relationship between these companies and the executive branch, particularly in content moderation practices.
Twitter Exemption
Twitter was not included in the subpoenas, likely due to its recent internal disclosures, known as the “Twitter Files,” which revealed internal debates over content moderation. These disclosures included discussions about handling a 2020 news article concerning Hunter Biden.
Broader Implications
This investigation is part of a larger Republican-led effort to scrutinize the role of tech companies in determining what content is visible to the public. Lawmakers are also examining possible foreign influence on content accessible to Americans.
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