Congress loudly criticized social media for “allowing” itself to be manipulated by foreign powers to influence America’s 2016 presidential election. This alleged lack of content moderation during the last election cycle earned many sites a reputation as irresponsible media companies who cashed in on the worst of their users’ behavior. Concerns about the impact of social media on society — such as igniting greater division, uncivil behavior and growing misinformation — were largely validated over the last four years. This criticism, made by both Republicans and Democrats, was the spark that ignited the “Techlash” still making its way through Congress.

So, after years of hearings, investigations and admonishments from politicians, social media tried to assure the public that the mistakes made in 2016 would never happen again. Enter Hunter Biden.

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