US President Joe Biden recently expressed strong disapproval of Meta’s decision to end its third-party fact-checking program in the United States. He called the move “really shameful” and stressed how important it is for people to hear the truth. Biden questioned how Meta could allow false information to spread on its platforms like Facebook and Instagram, reaching millions of people.
Biden’s comments came after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that the company would no longer rely on outside fact-checkers in the U.S. Instead, Zuckerberg said Meta would use a tool called “Community Notes,” where users could add extra information to posts. However, experts are concerned that this tool might not be as effective at stopping fake news.
Zuckerberg explained that the reason for the change was that the fact-checking program was seen as politically biased and led to too much censorship. This decision has sparked concerns from those who worry about the spread of misinformation, especially after years of criticism from conservative voices who believe their opinions were being unfairly blocked.
While Meta moves away from fact-checking, other organizations, including AFP, continue to work with Facebook to fight false information. Biden’s strong reaction highlights his belief in the importance of truth, especially in a country that values free speech and reliable information.
