Facebook Charged With Racial Discrimination In Targeted Housing Ads Unlisted Video
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development charged Facebook on Thursday with violating the Fair Housing Act.
The company is alleged to have targeted advertising discriminated on the basis of race and color.
“Facebook is discriminating against people based upon who they are and where they live,” HUD Secretary Ben Carson said.
“Using a computer to limit a person’s housing choices can be just as discriminatory as slamming a door in someone’s face.”
HUD said Facebook also restricted who could see housing- related ads based on national origin, religion, familial status, sex and disability.
Facebook said it was surprised by the decision and has been working with HUD to address its concerns and has taken significant steps to prevent ads discrimination across its platforms.
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