Lawmakers Ask Meta About Illicit Drug Ads on Instagram
Bipartisan Group Demands Answers
On Thursday, a bipartisan group of 19 lawmakers sent a letter to Meta Platforms, expressing concerns over reports that illicit drug ads are appearing on Instagram.
Questions for Meta
The lawmakers have requested Meta to provide answers to the following questions by September 6th:
- The specific measures Meta is taking to moderate and mitigate illicit drug ads on Instagram
- The reasons why such ads are able to bypass Meta's moderation systems
- The steps Meta plans to take to address this issue
Lawmakers' Concerns
The lawmakers highlighted that these ads pose a serious threat to public health, as they can lead to addiction and overdose.
They also expressed concern that Meta's existing policies and practices are insufficient to prevent the spread of these harmful ads.
Meta's Response
Meta has acknowledged the lawmakers' letter and stated that it is committed to working with them to address the issue of illicit drug ads on its platforms.
The company has also said that it has taken steps to crack down on such ads, but recognizes that more needs to be done.
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