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New US Justice Dept policy cracks down on social media posts


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WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump's administration has ordered U.S. Justice Department employees not to post anything on social media related to their government work, after a wave of new political appointees took to cheerleading Trump and castigating his opponents online. The directive, which was emailed to U.S. Attorneys' offices late on Monday, appears to prohibit the types of social posts that Trump's political appointees routinely make on their official government accounts. The change was made by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who has become frustrated by some of the rhetoric being posted by political appointees, according to one person familiar with the matter.

The U.S. Justice Department has introduced a new policy aimed at cracking down on the misuse of commercial spyware, as announced by Attorney General Merrick Garland on April 13, 2023. This policy prohibits the use of commercial spyware by the U.S. government if it poses significant counterintelligence or security risks, or if it has been used by foreign entities to violate human rights. The move comes in response to growing concerns over the potential abuse of such technology, which can access private communications and devices. The policy also mandates that any federal agency wishing to use commercial spyware must first consult with the Justice Department to assess potential risks. This initiative reflects the Biden administration's commitment to safeguarding national security and human rights in the digital age.

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