Fb and Twitter accuse China of spreading incorrect information

Fb and Twitter are blocking off accounts from China that the firms say unfold incorrect information towards pro-democracy protestors in Hong Kong. Axios media reporter Sara Fischer joined CBSN with extra in this, and an unique Fb file.
Facebook and Twitter are blocking accounts from China that the companies say spread misinformation against pro-democracy protestors in Hong Kong. Axios media reporter Sara Fischer joined CBSN with more on this, and an exclusive Facebook report.Original article
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