(Analysis) Following President Lula’s directive, Justice Minister Ricardo Lewandowski investigates accusations of misinformation about Rio Grande do Sul flood relief. This effort aims to counter disinformation and harmful narratives online, yet it raises free speech concerns. The government authorized the Federal Police to pursue 11 cases deemed as spreading unlawful information. High-profile figures like Eduardo […]
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