United States of America: Issued OAG findings following inquiry into Meta for alleged failure to combat misinformation online relating to Covid-19 vaccine

On 31 October 2024, the Office of the Attorney General of Columbia (OAG) announced the closure of the inquiry into Meta for alleged failure to combat misinformation online relating to the COVID-19 vaccine. The inquiry applied to Meta's practices concerning misinformation on its platforms, affecting the dissemination of vaccine-related content. The OAG determined that Meta failed to clarify its misinformation policies and did not adequately inform consumers about the prevalence of vaccine misinformation. The OAG also noted that Meta neglected to warn users about the potential harms of engaging with misleading content.