Meta has announced the reversal of restrictions imposed on former US President Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts as he vies for the White House in the upcoming election. The social media corporation, overseen by Mark Zuckerberg, had suspended Trump's accounts indefinitely after he expressed admiration for individuals involved in the violent breach of the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. After repeatedly propagating misinformation about the election results and endorsing falsehoods regarding electoral fraud, the company eventually reinstated Trump's accounts in early 2023 with enhanced restrictions. It pledged to monitor his posts closely for any potential violations that could lead to another suspension lasting between one month and two years. However, Meta recently declared that Trump, now running against President Joe Biden, will no longer be subject to such stringent surveillance. The platform emphasized the importance of political expression, stating that American citizens should have equal access to hearing from presidential nominees. As the party conventions, including the Republican convention, approach, Meta's global affairs president Nick Clegg confirmed that the candidates for the US presidency would soon be formally nominated. The company underscored that all presidential candidates, including Trump, are bound by the same community standards as other users, including regulations against hate speech and incitement to violence. Amid criticism from social media observers about the moderation of political content, Meta's decision to ease restrictions on Trump's accounts has raised concerns. Some experts allege that social media platforms, Meta included, have struggled to effectively manage political content, particularly from candidates running for office. While Zuckerberg has faced backlash for purportedly favoring Trump during the 2020 election campaign, internal dissent within Facebook regarding Trump's controversial posts has been documented. Employees at the company criticized the lack of action taken against Trump's incendiary remarks and urged stricter enforcement of community guidelines. Reports from Los Angeles indicate that there is mounting pressure on social media platforms to reinstate Trump's accounts, especially following his launch of Truth Social in 2022. Analysts suggest a correlation between Meta's decision and Trump's intentions within the political sphere. Conversely, the Biden campaign has condemned Meta's move, equating it to handing control to a reckless driver. The campaign spokesperson criticized the reinstatement of Trump, highlighting concerns about the former president's online conduct and its impact on public discourse. Despite the reinstatement on Facebook, Trump's ban from Twitter, now known as X, remains in place since 2021. Billionaire Elon Musk facilitated Trump's return to the platform X after acquiring the company in 2022. The limited activity on Trump's account post-restoration indicates a subdued online presence. Musk's support for Trump, demonstrated through political contributions aiming to undermine Biden's re-election bid, underscores the evolving influence of tech moguls in US politics. The shift in Musk's political stance has garnered attention, accentuating his transition from a neutral figure to a vocal critic of the Democratic Party.