Meta has officially removed its fact-checking team in the U.S., effective Monday, as announced by Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan. This policy change aligns with the company's relaxation of content moderation rules, coinciding with significant political events. CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasized the importance of prioritizing free speech, even if it may impact marginalized groups. Instead of professionals, Meta will adopt a community moderation approach similar to Elon Musk's X. Critics warn that this shift could lead to an increase in misleading content across platforms. The decision reflects a broader trend of loosening restrictions on controversial topics.