In December, American Edge formed as a nonprofit organization, and last month, it registered an accompanying foundation, according to incorporation documents filed in Virginia. Many powerful political actors — including the National Rifle Association — similarly operate with the aid of “social welfare” groups. ADADFacebook is viewed as a critical, primary driver in helping to launch American Edge, the sources said, though some cautioned it is not the only one. Along with antitrust enforcement, Facebook has sought to battle back efforts to regulate the way it moderates content online. ADADUnlike Definers, the new American Edge effort is public facing.

Source: Washington Post May 12, 2020 10:02 UTC