This program will discuss the rapidly evolving legal landscape of politicians’ use of social media and the important legal considerations for practitioners advising public officials and political candidates. The topics include the recent Supreme Court decision in Lindke v. Freed (regarding blocking constituents on social media), the U.S. House of Representatives Office of General Counsel’s guidance to Members about moderating and blocking social media users, and the effects of AI on politicians’ use of social media.
The learning objectives for attorneys include: