Mark Zuckerberg shifts stance on Trump and changes Meta's misinformation policies
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms, has shifted his stance towards Donald Trump, engaging in a lengthy podcast discussion with Trump supporter Joe Rogan. He announced changes to Meta's misinformation policies, ending the use of fact-checkers and allowing users to self-regulate content. Zuckerberg's recent actions include promoting a Republican to lead global policy and investing heavily in artificial intelligence. Meta's financial performance has improved, with a reported revenue increase of 22% in 2024, and Zuckerberg expressed optimism about the current U.S. administration's support for technology. This pivot marks a significant change from Zuckerberg's previous criticisms of Trump and his administration. Meta's new approach aims to reduce content moderation while addressing concerns about censorship, despite potential risks to its advertising business.