I cover tech policy for WSJ in Washington.
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John D. McKinnon's coverage indicates a strong focus on the intersection of technology, social media, and government policy. He frequently covers government announcements and legal policy regulations related to big tech companies such as Google and social media platforms like TikTok.
Given his emphasis on politics and tech, he would likely be interested in receiving pitches from experts who can provide insights into legislative developments concerning social media regulation, AI ethics, or issues related to online platforms.
His articles often delve into the complex relationships between governments and large tech companies regarding data privacy, content moderation policies, and national security concerns around emerging technologies. If you have expertise in these areas or can provide unique perspectives on how these topics intersect with current events or political dynamics at play, your pitch may resonate well with John D. McKinnon.
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Ron DeSantis stuck to his guns on cracking down on big tech companies in the U.S., saying that tougher regulation wouldn’t give an edge to Chinese rivals. The tech companies have often argued that it would, going as far back as Mark Zuckerberg’s landmark appearances before Congress in 2018. Asked i
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Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis traded heavy punches over a problem that’s been debated for years but is difficult to solve – how to ensure that people posting on the internet are real. Haley – who’s been highly critical of social media in GOP debates – recently has urged that platforms b
Nikki Haley has scored a lot of points in this year’s debates by criticizing social media—especially TikTok—as a nest of social problems, and suggesting regulation as a possible solution. Tonight’s debate suggests some limits to that approach in the Republican primary, where restriction of online fr
By: John D. Mckinnon
In renewing her call for a TikTok ban, Haley echoes charges that the platform is helping drive a rise in antisemitism online. A recent survey getting attention in conservative circles concluded that spending at least 30 minutes a day on TikTok increases the chances that a user holds antisemitic or a
By: John D. McKinnon
Two lawmakers released Meta internal documents showing that officials asked the CEO to invest in protections for children.
Two lawmakers released Meta internal documents showing that officials asked the CEO to invest in protections for children.
By: John D. Mckinnon
Two lawmakers released Meta internal documents showing that officials asked the CEO to invest in protections for children.
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