Facebook, Facing Backlash, Fires PR Firm It Hired To Discredit Soros, Other Critics.

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      META Platforms Inc. ; NEW York Times Co. NYT
    • Abstract:
      The article informs that Facebook has terminated its contract with Definers Public Affairs following a New York Times investigation that detailed how Facebook hired the Republican opposition researcher to counter criticism of its role in spreading Russian misinformation. It mentions that that Russian hackers used the platform to interfere with the 2016 presidential election. It reveals measures taken by the company including hiring external firms like Definers.