A bipartisan bill, the STOP HATE Act, introduced by Reps. Josh Gottheimer and Don Bacon, would require social media companies to moderate content related to groups labeled as 'terrorists' by the federal government. Non-compliance would result in substantial daily fines. The goal of the legislation is to combat antisemitism and violent rhetoric online, which the lawmakers claim has increased recently. However, critics warn this move could infringe on free speech rights by expanding the definition of antisemitism beyond mere expression.
Reps. Josh Gottheimer and Don Bacon introduced the STOP HATE Act to mandate social media companies to curb the speech of groups designated as 'terrorists,' aligning moderation with federal guidelines.
Gottheimer highlighted alarming instances of antisemitism and calls for violence on social media, citing an explosion of disinformation as a major concern affecting public safety.
Bacon emphasized a need for a broad stance against racism and antisemitism online, stating that their aim is to create a zero-tolerance environment for such hate.
While the intention appears to target anti-Zionist extremism, the lawmakers' definition of antisemitism includes expressions that critics argue may threaten free speech.
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