FCC Commissioner Carr writes to Big Tech, accuses them of forming “censorship cartel”

Background:

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has been investigating allegations that major technology companies, including Facebook, Twitter, and Google, have been engaging in anti-competitive behavior, including censorship and suppression of conservative viewpoints.

FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has been a vocal critic of these practices, and has led the charge in investigating the matter.

Carr's letter:

In a letter to the CEOs of Facebook, Twitter, and Google, Carr accused the companies of forming a “censorship cartel” that is “stifling free speech and harming competition in the online marketplace.”

Carr cited several examples of what he believes to be censorship by the companies, including the removal of conservative content and the shadow-banning of conservative users.

Response from Big Tech:

Facebook, Twitter, and Google have all denied the allegations, and have said that they are committed to free speech and competition.

The companies have also said that they are taking steps to address concerns about censorship, such as increasing transparency and accountability in their content moderation processes.

Next steps:

The FCC is continuing its investigation into the allegations of censorship by Big Tech.

Carr has said that he will be working to introduce new rules to prevent censorship and promote competition in the online marketplace.