TSE questions Meta about restrictions on Lula's campaign content
The president's campaign pointed out irregularities that raise suspicions of favoring Flávio Bolsonaro's candidacy on social media.
TL;DR
- TSE Substitute Minister Marco Aurélio Bellizze is investigating Meta for alleged content restrictions on Lula's campaign.
- Lula's campaign claims Meta showed favoritism towards Flávio Bolsonaro's candidacy on social media.
- Technical reports suggest unequal treatment of candidates by Meta, with disproportionate engagement for Lula.
- Meta must provide technical information on moderation, ad data, metrics, and content counting criteria.
- The company needs to justify deactivating Lula's ad account and explain its recommendation system rules.
- Meta is also asked to disclose if it identified automated profiles campaigning for Bolsonaro and attacking Lula.