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YouTube Reverses Ban on 2020 Election Denial Videos

  • YouTube announced it will no longer remove videos falsely claiming widespread fraud in the 2020 U.S. presidential election.
  • The policy reversal comes after YouTube banned such content in December 2020 over concerns it could mislead voters.
  • YouTube said the updated policy aims to balance free speech and election integrity.
  • The platform will still prohibit content aimed at deceiving voters in upcoming elections or encouraging interference.
  • The move drew criticism from experts worried it could spread more misinformation but praise from allies of former President Donald Trump.
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