Meta Faces Backlash Over Political Content Issues, Plans Fix

Meta is facing backlash from users of Facebook, Instagram, and Threads who report being unexpectedly subscribed to political accounts, including those of Donald Trump and his administration. Users also claim that searches for Democratic-related hashtags such as #Democrat are yielding messages indicating that results have been hidden due to 'sensitive content,' while Republican-related hashtags function normally. Meta has stated that these issues are due to a technical error and is working to resolve them, but critics, including social media expert Matt Navarra, warn that these unintentional errors could exacerbate accusations of political bias. Many users express frustration over the inability to unfollow accounts they never subscribed to, and concerns are raised about the impact these issues could have on Meta's reputation amid a politically sensitive period. The company has acknowledged the need for a fix and is under pressure to restore normalcy across its platforms. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges Meta faces in content moderation and public perception during politically charged times.