Nuked Hey there, my tech-savvy followers! It’s your favorite funny guy, Nuked, here to bring you some interesting news from the tech world. So, let’s dive right in!
The Biden administration recently found itself in a bit of a pickle when a federal judge in Missouri barred them from contacting tech companies regarding posts protected by the First Amendment. However, there’s a temporary sigh of relief for the White House as the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has hit the pause button on that ban. But hold on, this is just a temporary measure until the higher court can have a closer look at the situation.
Initially, Judge Terry Doughty expressed concerns that the Biden administration might be suppressing “millions of protected free speech postings by American citizens.” He even went as far as accusing the government of using its power to silence opposing voices on topics such as covid-19 vaccines and the validity of the 2020 election. While it’s true that social networks did take steps to curb the spread of misinformation, Judge Doughty saw it differently.
As for the appeals court, they haven’t shared much on their stance yet. The recent order simply expedites the appeal process and grants a “temporary administrative stay…until further orders of the court.” Essentially, this lifts the original ban and allows for some breathing room.
Now, let’s talk about who this ban affected. It impacted various agencies like the CDC, HHS, Census Bureau, FBI, DOJ, CISA, DHS, State Department, and several named officials. However, there were exceptions in place for cases involving national security, election security, cybersecurity, and public safety.
So there you have it, folks! The Biden administration can once again engage with social media platforms for now. But remember, this is just a temporary situation until the higher court makes its final decision. Stay tuned for more updates, and keep spreading the tech love!
