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Huge problems with axing fact checkers, Meta oversight board says

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Helle Thorning-Schmidt says there are 'huge problems' with decision to axe fact checkers.

Co-chair of the independent body that reviews Facebook and Instagram content says she is "very concerned" about how the decision will affect minority groups.

Mark Zuckerberg said the move was motivated by "getting back to our roots around free expression" Mark Zuckerberg acknowledged there was some risk for the company in the change of strategy.

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74

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63

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semi-formal

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English

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51

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