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Supreme Court Declines to Hear Snapchat Liability Case in Teen Abuse Incident

The decision leaves unresolved questions about social media companies' responsibility for user-generated content under Section 230.

  • The Supreme Court refused to revive a lawsuit against Snapchat by a Texas teen abused by his teacher.
  • Lower courts dismissed the case, citing Section 230, which protects internet companies from liability for user content.
  • Justices Thomas and Gorsuch dissented, arguing the need to review the scope of Section 230 immunity.
  • The case has sparked broader debates on whether social media platforms should be accountable for their own actions.
  • Calls for reforming Section 230 come from across the political spectrum, including both major parties' leaders.
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