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New Twitter Rules Aim To Prevent Confusion Around The 2020 Election | NPR

Twitter is putting new restrictions on election-related content, including labeling or removing posts that claim victory before results are official or attempt to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power.

“We will not permit our service to be abused around civic processes, most importantly elections,” the company said in a blog post Thursday.

The moves come as pressure is ramping up on social media platforms to halt the spread of misinformation and prevent interference in November’s presidential election, including from American politicians such as President Trump.

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