Section 230 in the Crosshairs: Can Big Tech Actually Be Held Accountable?

A growing bipartisan coalition is calling for reform or repeal of Section 230, the federal law that shields internet platforms from liability for user-generated content. Former Congressman Brad Carson argues that the 1996 law has become a shield for companies that actively curate and amplify content while claiming to be neutral platforms. Both conservative and progressive lawmakers have proposed reforms, though they disagree on the specifics. Conservatives focus on viewpoint discrimination and censorship, while progressives target misinformation and harmful content. The debate could reshape the internet economy.