Senate's Section 230 Hearing Barely Touched On Section 230

The hearing with CEOs of Facebook, Google, and Twitter was meant to address Section 230, which shields internet companies from lawsuits over content moderation. However, the focus shifted as Democrats criticized the handling of misinformation and antitrust issues, while Republicans accused the platforms of censoring conservative voices. The debate highlighted concerns over political bias and the lack of transparency in content moderation practices.

What did Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell hope to achieve from the witnesses?

What challenges are associated with proving political bias in content moderation on social media platforms?