
Senators Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) and Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) unveiled legislation on Wednesday that would require online platforms, including social media companies, to take “reasonable steps” to prevent fraudulent or misleading advertisements from reaching consumers. The Protecting Consumers from Advertising Misconduct (SCAM) Act seeks to crack down on “abusive online scam ads,” which lawmakers say is costing…
Senators introduce bill targeting social media scam ads

