Trump’s return to Facebook will ‘fan the flames of hatred’, say experts and politicians

Democrats and liberal groups deplored decision to revoke ban on former president who incited insurrection but ACLU defends move

Politicians and civil rights advocates have weighed in on Meta's decision to allow former president Donald Trump to return to Facebook and Instagram, stating that his presence on the platforms will fan the flames of hatred and division".

The social media firm has lifted a ban imposed on Trump after the January 6 Capitol attack and will allow him to post again in the coming weeks. Experts in online hate speech say there is no reason to believe Trump will not return to spreading dangerous misinformation and hate speech upon his return.