Brazil's Supreme Court to Decide on Controversial Suspension of Social Media Platform

Justice Kassio Nunes Marques announced that the full Brazilian Supreme Court will make the final decision regarding the suspension of social media platform X, following a conservative party's challenge. The dispute centers around issues of freedom of speech and compliance with court orders, with implications for public and social order.

The Brazilian Supreme Court will make the final decision on a case challenging the suspension of social media platform X, as announced by Justice Kassio Nunes Marques. The case, filed by the conservative party Partido Novo, has sparked a months-long feud with significant implications for public and social order.

Despite the referral to the full court, Justice Marques retains the authority to make an individual decision beforehand. Marques has also requested input from Brazil's attorney general's office before rendering any ruling. Partido Novo's efforts aim to overturn Justice Alexandre de Moraes' suspension of the platform, advocating for freedom of expression.

The suspension was enforced after X allegedly failed to comply with orders to block accounts spreading fake news and hate messages, posing a threat to democracy. The ruling has been divisive among Brazilians, with a slight majority in favor but significant opposition to the accompanying fines and asset freezes.

(With inputs from agencies.)