Facebook Political Ads May Not Need Extra Disclosure

Facebook got an answer of sorts from the Federal Elections Commission regarding a request exempting the social networking site from carrying a disclaimer about who paid for those small-text political ads that are gaining in popularity as the 2012 elections approach.

Facebook got an answer, in a way, from the Federal Elections Commission this week regarding a request exempting the social networking site from carrying a disclaimer about who paid for those small-text political ads that are gaining in popularity as the 2012 elections approach.

Facebook first asked the FEC for an exemption from these disclosures in April.

The social network’s request got bipartisan support from the campaign committees for both major political parties.

At a meeting Wednesday, the FEC discussed considered the issue and did not take action, meaning that existing rules governing ad disclosures for online advertisers would remain in effect.

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