All articles tagged with #media matters
Originally Published 4 months ago — by PCMag
A federal judge has blocked an FTC investigation into Media Matters, citing First Amendment rights and alleging the investigation was retaliatory, influenced by political motives and prior comments by FTC officials. The case highlights concerns over government retaliation against media organizations for protected speech, especially in the context of Media Matters' criticism of Elon Musk and X.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's investigation of Media Matters for America, citing evidence that it was an act of retaliation, and granted a preliminary injunction, highlighting concerns over First Amendment rights and political retaliation.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
A federal judge blocked the FTC's investigation into Media Matters, citing First Amendment rights, after the agency examined whether Media Matters colluded with advocacy groups to target Elon Musk's platform X, amid allegations of antisemitic content and advertiser boycotts.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Media Matters sued the FTC, claiming the agency's investigation into its activities is a form of political retribution influenced by the Trump administration and Elon Musk, aiming to silence its reporting on antisemitic content and online hate, while the FTC denies these allegations.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Media Matters for America
Media Matters for America has filed a lawsuit to block an FTC investigation they claim is retaliatory and violates their First Amendment rights, alleging it is part of a broader political effort by Elon Musk and allies to suppress dissent and target the organization for its reporting on X and Musk's companies.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Daily Beast
Media Matters for America has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, accusing him of violating the First Amendment by launching a retaliatory investigation into the organization. The investigation was prompted by Media Matters' report on major brands' advertisements appearing next to white nationalist content on Elon Musk's social media platform, X. Media Matters alleges that Paxton's probe is baseless and arbitrary, and is an attack on the First Amendment, hindering their ability to publish news stories and participate in public discussions. The lawsuit seeks a permanent block on Paxton's investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
Paris Hilton's media company, 11:11 Media, has suspended its advertising campaign with X (formerly Twitter) following a report by Media Matters that found ads for brands like Apple and Amazon alongside white nationalist content on the platform. The decision comes just a month after X CEO Linda Yaccarino welcomed Hilton into the "X family" and announced plans for video content programs and live shopping. Other X advertisers, including Disney and Apple, have also severed ties with the platform, leading X to sue Media Matters for defamation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Legal experts criticize Elon Musk's lawsuit against Media Matters, arguing that it goes against First Amendment principles and could backfire on Musk. The lawsuit accuses Media Matters of distorting the likelihood of ads appearing next to extremist content on X (formerly known as Twitter), leading to major advertisers suspending their campaigns. Critics argue that the lawsuit is weak and admits that ads did appear next to extremist content. Musk's choice to file in a Texas court favorable to his cause raises questions about the lawsuit's potential progress. Media Matters vows to defend itself, and legal experts suggest they may try to move the case out of Texas.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Texas Tribune
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced an investigation into Media Matters for potential fraudulent activity following a report by the media watchdog group that led to companies pulling advertisements from X (formerly known as Twitter). This comes after X CEO Elon Musk filed a federal lawsuit against Media Matters, accusing the organization of manipulating information to defame the social media company. Paxton's investigation will focus on allegations that Media Matters violated Texas laws protecting consumers from fraud.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Elon Musk's social media platform X has filed a lawsuit against left-leaning pressure group Media Matters for America, accusing them of manipulating data to falsely claim that X allowed antisemitic posts alongside advertising. The lawsuit alleges that Media Matters intentionally created images to drive advertisers away from X and destroy the platform. Several companies, including Apple, Disney, IBM, and Comcast, paused their ads on X following Media Matters' analysis. In response, Musk threatened a "thermonuclear" lawsuit against Media Matters and anyone involved in the attack. Media Matters has called Musk a bully and stated that they will win any legal action. Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton has also opened an investigation into Media Matters for potential fraudulent activity.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Elon Musk's company X is suing progressive watchdog group Media Matters over a report that highlighted antisemitic and pro-Nazi content on X's social media site, which led to a damaging advertiser exodus. The lawsuit accuses Media Matters of distorting the likelihood of ads appearing next to extremist content and seeks to force the removal of the analysis. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has also announced an investigation into Media Matters. Legal experts view the lawsuit as weak and opportunistic, filed in a court that Musk likely believes will be sympathetic.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TechCrunch
Elon Musk's company X, formerly known as Twitter, has filed a lawsuit against Media Matters, alleging defamation over claims that major companies had ads appear next to antisemitic content. However, the lawsuit seems to confirm the existence of these ads rather than disprove them. The article published by Media Matters showed screenshots of ads from IBM, Apple, Oracle, and others appearing next to hateful content. IBM and Apple have since pulled their ads from X, adding to the company's existing advertiser exodus. X's lawsuit accuses Media Matters of manufacturing or contriving the images, but X's CEO confirmed that the ads did appear next to the content. The lawsuit demands $100,000 in damages and a jury trial, although the likelihood of either outcome is uncertain.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Texas Attorney General (.gov)
Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced an investigation into Media Matters for potential fraudulent activity, expressing concern over allegations that the organization manipulated data on X.com (formerly known as Twitter). Paxton aims to ensure that the public has not been deceived by left-wing organizations seeking to limit freedom of speech and participation in the public square.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
X CEO Linda Yaccarino defends the platform against allegations of serving ads next to antisemitic posts, sharing data that shows only a few users saw such content. Advertisers, including Apple, IBM, Disney, Comcast, Paramount, and Lionsgate, have paused their ad spending on X following a Media Matters report. Yaccarino calls for users to stand by the platform and emphasizes the importance of data over manipulation or allegations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The A.V. Club
Elon Musk has announced his intention to file a "thermonuclear lawsuit" over a media report that accused Twitter of serving ads alongside antisemitic content. The report from Media Matters led to major brands like Disney and Apple pulling their ads from the platform. Musk responded by accusing Media Matters of engineering the situation and claimed that only one of the posts in question violated Twitter's terms of service. He is now threatening to sue the media organization and its affiliates.