Biden’s controversial disinformation board suspended after wave of criticism

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The Department of Homeland Security’s much-criticized disinformation governance board is being paused following concerns it would impede free speech and complaints about its executive director.

Less than a month after President Joe Biden’s administration touted the initiative, the DHS has suspended the board, pending a review from an advisory council, with its leader, Nina Jankowicz, still evaluating her future plans within the department.

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