Meta employees say Lula’s accounts restricted in Brazil election: Report

Meta employees in Brazil reported that accounts belonging to the presidential candidate Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (Lula) were restricted on the Facebook and Instagram platforms, citing concerns about misinformation and election interference. The restrictions were allegedly imposed due to a post from Lula's account that was reported as violating Meta's policies. The post in question contained a link to a video that was deemed to be spreading disinformation. The employees, who spoke to the Brazilian news outlet Folha de São Paulo, said that the restrictions were lifted after the post was removed. Meta has not confirmed the report, but the company has been cracking down on misinformation and election interference on its platforms in the lead-up to Brazil's presidential election.