Highlights – Exchange with Commissioner McGrath: safeguarding democracy & diversity of expression – Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

Source: European Parliament

Michael McGrath, Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection © European Commission, 2024

On 20 May, Michael McGrath, Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection is expected in LIBE for an exchange of views  on the key challenges to democracy in the digital age, including foreign influence, disinformation, and algorithmic manipulation of electoral processes.

Following recent developments linked to social media platforms, the discussions will focus on strategies to ensure transparency, platform accountability, and the protection of democratic values across the EU.