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US Republicans raise alarms over South Korean 'fake news' law

Published Thursday, August 6, 2026 · Updated August 6

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What We Know — Key Points

  • The South Korean amendment to the Information and Communications Network Act, adopted in December, allows the government to issue fines to media outlets and content publishers with over 100,000 subscribers if they intentionally spread false information.

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    The article frames the issue from the perspective of US House Republicans, highlighting their concerns about the South Korean law's potential impact on free speech and American companies, drawing parallels to EU regulations.

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