Instagram Fails to Curb Abuse Against Women Lawmakers: A Deep Dive
Wednesday, 14 August 2024, 10:30
Instagram's Failure to Act on Abuse
According to a report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, Instagram is allowing high-profile accounts, particularly those of women lawmakers, to be targeted with abusive comments without consequence.
Key Findings from the Report
- Meta failed to remove 93% of reported comments.
- 1,000 comments targeting 10 lawmakers were reported.
- 926 comments remained visible a week after reporting.
Notable Victims
- Vice President Kamala Harris
- Representative Nancy Pelosi
- Senator Elizabeth Warren
- Representative Marjorie Taylor-Greene
- Senator Marsha Blackburn
- Representative Lauren Boebert
An Escalating Concern
The CCDH notes that the abuse targeting Vice President Harris has increased, with Meta failing to act on 92% of reported comments against her.
Meta's Response
In response, Meta stated that they would review the report and reiterated their tools to help users manage comments on their posts.
This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.