House Judiciary Committee: A Democrat's Call for Investigation of Political Censorship on X

Jerry Nadler’s Call for Investigation

Jerry Nadler, the House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member, sent a letter to Jim Jordan, urging him to investigate claims of misinformation regarding political figures on X (Twitter). Nadler highlighted incidents where AI chatbot Grok incorrectly reported on Kamala Harris's election candidacy, claiming she missed deadlines in several states.

Concerns Over Censorship

Nadler pointed out that the platform suspended the group White Dudes for Harris, preventing them from promoting the Vice President’s fundraising efforts. This action raises questions about the fair application of content moderation policies.

• Jordan's Silence: Nadler criticized Jim Jordan’s lack of action regarding these allegations.
• Social Media Scrutiny: The letter emphasizes the need for unbiased treatment of all political entities in the face of misinformation.

The Role of the FEC

The Federal Election Commission's (FEC) historical inaction on such matters raises further concerns. A campaign finance lawyer stated that the FEC typically dismisses complaints when social media platforms cite their own moderation rules.

Nadler concluded with a focus on ensuring that enforcement on major platforms like X is conducted impartially, urging a balanced approach to content moderation.