Facebook Temporarily Bans Ads for Gun Accessories, Protective Equipment

Facebook Temporarily Bans Ads for Gun Accessories, Protective Equipment
The Facebook logo is displayed on a mobile phone in this picture illustration taken on Dec. 2, 2019. Johanna Geron/Reuters
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Facebook says that it’s temporarily banning ads that promote firearm accessories and protective gear in the United States until after President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration.

In an update, the platform’s policymakers said the move, which will last through Jan. 22, was made “out of an abundance of caution.” The company didn’t respond to a request for comment by press time.