CfA, a liberal ethics watchdog in Washington, uses research, litigation and communications to expose misconduct.
A US-based watchdog has identified 332 paid ads containing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on Meta’s Facebook and Instagram over the past 10 months, with a large share in August. The findings implicate ads promoting AI-generated CSAM and nudify apps, drawing responses from Indian authorities and Meta. Meta says it does not tolerate child exploitation and highlights its detection efforts.
Public scrutiny has intensified as watchdogs file complaints alleging that Katie Zacharia has misrepresented her legal credentials. The controversy centers on whether she is licensed to practice law in the United States, given conflicting statements about where she passed the bar. The White House faces pressure as lawmakers demand clarity and potential bar investigations unfold.