Proposed request is based on data that demonstrates serious risks to the integrity of public policies, the digital security of the population, especially the elderly, children and adolescents, and the Democratic Rule of Law
A He took a crucial initiative last Monday (26) by presenting to the Federal Supreme Court an request for the implementation of urgent measures against misinformation and digital violence on online platforms. This movement was motivated by an alarming study of Netlab of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, which identified more than 1,700 fraudulent ads between January 10, 2025. These ads not only manipulated images of official government authorities and symbols, but also unduly exploited public policies such as the Integration and Citizenship Program (PIC) and the Values Receivable Program.
AGU highlighted the company’s responsibility which controls Facebook and Instagram, in the dissemination of these misleading content. The public civil action proposed by AGU suggests that the goal is forced to return the profits obtained illicitly and to pay compensation for collective moral damages. AGU underlines the importance of holding digital platforms responsible for the conveying of fraudulent content, with the objective of protecting citizens’ rights and the integrity of public policies.
“The recent concrete situations reported above expose the omissive conduct of Internet application providers to effectively remove and oversee the aforementioned content, disrespecting the duties of prevention, precaution and security,” the AGU holds the request.
In a parallel effort to combat misinformation, President Lula announced that he will intensify his trips through Brazil from June. During an event in Campo Verde, Mato Grosso, Lula emphasized the need to prevent lies and fake news from gaining space, burning the truth in the country. He highlighted the importance of discussing in the National Congress the regulation of digital platforms, arguing that it is not acceptable that everything has control, except application companies.
*With information from Aline Beckety
*Report produced with the aid of AI
