Meta is discontinuing its independent fact-checking program in the US and replacing it with a 'Community Notes' system similar to that on X (formerly Twitter). This new model will allow users to flag potentially misleading content on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, rather than relying on external fact-checkers.
<p>NEW YORK —  Meta  is ending its fact-checking program in the U.S.
 A program intended to inform too often became a tool to censor,&quot; Meta said.
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