US Congress piles stress on Big Tech CEOs over misinformation

Twitter’s Dorsey takes some duty for Capitol Hill rebel, while Facebook’s and Alphabet’s chiefs deflect blame.
Twitter’s Dorsey takes some responsibility for Capitol Hill riot, while Facebook’s and Alphabet’s chiefs deflect blame.

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