Facebook Accused of Interfering in US Elections 39 Times Since 2008

A new study by the Media Research Center highlights repeated instances of political content censorship by Facebook, favoring certain political ideologies.

The Media Research Center reports that Facebook has interfered in U.S. elections at least 39 times since 2008, with actions ramping up significantly around the 2020 elections.
Facebook's censorship practices have disproportionately targeted conservative viewpoints and candidates, according to the study.
Notable incidents include the suspension of a veterans' PAC in 2012 and multiple interventions in the 2020 elections involving then-President Donald Trump.
In 2024, Facebook and Instagram began limiting access to political content, continuing a trend of controlling political discourse.
Experts and commentators suggest that such actions by Facebook could influence the outcome of future elections, including the 2024 presidential race.