Published Feb 2, 2024

Big Tech Exposed for Hurting Kids, plus Biden ATTACKS Texas & Americans by Restricting LNG Exports

Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson delve into the perils children face on Big Tech platforms amid inadequate corporate accountability, while dissecting the Biden administration's controversial decision to halt LNG export permits that affect Texas and stir international debate on energy policies.
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  • Big Tech Hearings

    The recent congressional hearings on Big Tech underscored the pressing need for accountability, particularly concerning child safety online. highlighted the alarming issue of child exploitation on platforms like Facebook, questioning about the company's response to potential abuse cases. The hearings, however, were criticized for lacking substance, with noting that many senators, especially Democrats, opted for speeches over probing questions 1.

    Many of the senators, most of the Democrats didn't ask questions like we all had seven minutes in our rounds. Most of the Democrats just gave a seven minute speech.

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    This approach led to skepticism about the hearings' effectiveness in driving real change, as legislative efforts remain stalled 2.

       

    Energy Policy

    The Biden administration's decision to halt new permits for liquid natural gas (LNG) exports has sparked controversy, particularly in Texas. argues that this move effectively sanctions Texas, punishing the state for its stance on border security. He claims the decision is a strategic attack on Texas jobs and a subsidy for foreign powers like Russia 3.

    Joe Biden did is effectively sanction the state of Texas. This is declaring war on Texas.

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    Critics, including the Washington Post, suggest the decision prioritizes political symbolism over genuine climate concerns, potentially costing thousands of American jobs 4.

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