Facebook’s Termination of Fact-Checking Program Strengthens Ties with Trump
In 2016, Facebook launched a fact-checking program aimed at countering misinformation and foreign interference during Donald Trump’s successful presidential campaign. However, with Trump’s potential return to power, Facebook has now announced the termination of this program, which faced opposition from conservatives.
Tech Companies’ Connection with Trump
After Trump’s election, several key tech company executives, including Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, Apple CEO Tim Cook, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, met with him at his Florida estate. These companies also contributed $1 million to Trump’s inauguration fund.
Elon Musk, a close advisor to Trump, has praised this change, and Facebook introduced a new feature called “Community Notes,” which mirrors Musk’s social media platform X.
Termination of the Fact-Checking Program
Facebook’s decision to end the fact-checking program reflects a shift in the tech industry, where new policies are being introduced in line with Trump’s advocacy for free speech and relaxed regulations. The program was seen as costly and controversial.
