YouTube has agreed to pay former President Donald Trump $24.5 million to settle a lawsuit related to the suspension of his account following the January 6 riots in 2021. The settlement comes as part of an agreement reached between the two parties.
The lawsuit was filed after YouTube suspended Trump"s account due to concerns over content that violated the platform"s policies in the wake of the Capitol riots. The decision to suspend his account drew significant media attention and sparked discussions about content moderation and free speech on social media platforms.
This settlement marks a significant development in the ongoing legal disputes involving Trump and social media companies. For further context on related issues, see our coverage on recent developments in military conscription.
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