Beware: Inaccurate information shared on social media on finances
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Social media is a way to share ideas and stay connected with family and friends. Unfortunately, there is also a lot of inaccurate information being shared -- especially when it comes to our finances.

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GOP politicians in roughly two dozen states have introduced bills that would allow for civil lawsuits against platforms for what they call the “censorship” of posts.

YouTube suspends Rudy Giuliani from posting, streaming over claims about election fraud

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Facebook wants you to comment on its Trump ban. Here's how.

Facebook's Oversight Board is calling for public input regarding the indefinite suspension of former President Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts.