Facebook moves to target misinformation before election

Facebook said on Sept 3 that it will restrict new political ads in the week before the election and remove posts that convey misinformation about Covid-19 and voting. — AP

With just two months left until the US presidential election, Facebook says it is taking more steps to encourage voting, minimise misinformation and reduce the likelihood of post-election "civil unrest”.

The company said on Sept 3 that it will restrict new political ads in the week before the election and remove posts that convey misinformation about Covid-19 and voting. It also will attach links to official results to posts from candidates and campaigns declaring premature victories.