Threat to Arrest Those Who Spread Disinformation About Coronavirus Likely Unconstitutional
(New York) – On Tuesday, the public safety director of Newark, New Jersey warned that people who spread disinformation about the coronavirus could be criminally prosecuted. PEN America’s Nora… More
Five Ways Political Campaigns Can Combat Online Disinformation in 2020
Certain segments of the population are microtargeted with false or manipulated content; fake social media accounts bombard feeds with fake information that has the potential to confuse and mislead… More
PEN America Awarded $250K in Support from Craig Newmark Philanthropies to Fight Disinformation and Harassment Online
“During a fraught political moment, we’re especially honored that Craig is doubling down on his contributions to our vital work in promoting truth and transparency and defending journalists and… More
FEC Chair to Host Symposium on Digital Disinformation and the Threat to Democracy
The daylong symposium – hosted by FEC Chair Ellen Weintraub, PEN America, and Stanford’s Global Digital Policy Incubator – is designed to frame and understand the risks and challenges… More
DARE: Incoming Harvard Freshman Deported After Visa Revoked
Computer systems of cities and towns across America hit by ransomware attacks. ABC faces criticism for hiring former White House press secretary Sean... More
Twitter and Facebook Suspend Chinese Government-Linked Accounts, Dealing Blow to Disinformation
"China's government has denied its citizens access to global outlets for communication. That they now turn around and stealthily unleash a campaign of disinformation on the very same platforms… More
PEN America on Mueller Testimony: Disinformation Threatens Free Expression
"As the 2020 election approaches, the fight against election interference and the spread of disinformation must continue." More
PEN America Warns about “Insidious” Fraudulent News and Disinformation in U.S. Campaign for the White House
Examples of fraudulent news and disinformation in the campaign for the Presidency serves as a critical reminder that all of us who consume information online must be vigilant in assessing… More
PEN America Applauds Biden for Rejecting Illicit Campaign Tactics and Disinformation in Presidential Bid
PEN America applauds the announcement by former Vice President Joseph Biden to eschew the use of illicit campaign tactics and disinformation in his 2020 presidential bid. The Biden campaign has… More