Facebook to allow users to switch off political ads,

Facebook to allow users to switch off political ads, but won't block Trump misinformation

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Published 18 Jun 2020

Facebook is launching a widespread effort to boost US voter turnout and provide authoritative information about voting — just as it doubles down on its policy allowing politicians like President Donald Trump to post false information on the same subject.

It is launching a "Voting Information Centre" on Facebook and Instagram...

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Facebook to allow users to switch off political ads, but won't block Trump misinformation

Facebook to allow users to switch off political ads, but won't block Trump misinformation

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