TSE gives Meta 48 hours to clarify PT's accusations

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TSE gives Meta 48 hours to clarify PT's accusations

TL;DR

  • The TSE has ordered Meta to provide clarification within 48 hours regarding accusations of selective post restrictions on Lula's campaign, made by the PT.
  • Meta must preserve all logs, moderation data, ad data, and metrics related to the case.
  • The company needs to detail measures applied to Lula's official accounts and third-party accounts since August 16, including reach reduction and search restrictions.
  • The TSE is also investigating anomalies in video metrics and the deactivation of the campaign's ad account.
  • Meta must explain its handling of a supposed network of 255 AI-managed profiles targeting Lula's campaign.
  • The TSE requested information from Agência Lupa and Instituto Democracia em Xeque regarding their survey methodologies.
  • Meta stated the accusations are false and that technical issues did not exclusively affect Brazil or specific accounts.
  • The platform is committed to equal treatment for all users and compliance with electoral regulations.