State Dept.’s Fight Against Disinformation Comes Under Attack
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State Dept.’s Fight Against Disinformation Comes Under Attack

The Global Engagement Center has become the focus of Republican-led criticism that the U.S. government coerces social media platforms into removing offensive content.
Political Debate Is Rife on TikTok. Politicians? Not So Much.
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Political Debate Is Rife on TikTok. Politicians? Not So Much.

Very few politicians, including the top candidates for president, are on the hugely popular video app — perhaps ceding much of the political discussion to others.
Conundrum of Covering Trump Lands at Univision’s Doorstep
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Conundrum of Covering Trump Lands at Univision’s Doorstep

When the U.S.’s largest Spanish-language network ran a friendly interview with the former president, Democrats cried foul. Executives say they’re seeking more balance.