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Lula Party Accuses Meta of Election Interference
Lula's party claims Meta restricted his online content ahead of Brazil runoff.
In brief
Lula's party claims Meta restricted his online content ahead of Brazil runoff. Lula's party alleges Meta interfered with his campaign by limiting Instagram posts before October 25 runoff. Originally reported by France24.
Lula Party Accuses Meta
Lula's party plans to file a complaint against Meta with the OAS, alleging election interference.
Meta Denies Interference Claims
Meta's Brazil office denies the allegations, calling them 'simply false' and 'not supported by the facts'.
“simply false”
Campaign Reports Content Restrictions
Lula's campaign claims Meta prevented his profile from promoting Instagram posts and caused view count interruptions.
Lula's Party Details Allegations
Lula's party says leftist leaders' Instagram profiles 'suddenly disappeared from search function' before voting.
“suddenly disappeared from search function”
Next Steps for Complaint
Lula's party plans Thursday meeting with international election observers to discuss alleged interference.
In short
Lula's party alleges Meta interfered with his campaign by limiting Instagram posts before October 25 runoff.
