Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has called for the disqualification of the social‑media giant Meta over allegations that the company favoured his rival, Flávio Bolsonaro, in the run‑up to the country’s presidential election.
In a statement released this week, Lula said that Meta’s actions had “undermined the integrity of the electoral process” and that the firm’s alleged bias could not be ignored. He urged electoral authorities to investigate the claims and consider removing the platform from the campaign’s digital landscape.
Meta has denied any involvement in influencing the election. The company said it had complied with all relevant regulations and that its content moderation policies were applied equally to all candidates.
The dispute comes as Brazil prepares for a high‑stakes vote, with Lula and Bolsonaro both vying for the presidency. The allegations highlight growing concerns over the role of social media in shaping political outcomes.
Observers note that the case is part of a broader debate about the influence of tech firms in elections worldwide, and the need for clear rules governing political advertising and content on digital platforms.
<small>Source: BBC News — read the original story there.</small>
