Executive Vice-President Virkkunen, in a written answer on 1 July 2026, signalled that the European Commission is actively monitoring Meta's compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA) regarding content moderation transparency, following reports that influencers—particularly those addressing hate speech, women's health, and LGBTQI issues—face account restrictions without clear justification. The answer, responding to a question from Greens/EFA MEP Alexandra Geese, underscores the Commission's ongoing investigation into Meta's handling of systemic risks to fundamental rights, including freedom of expression.
Virkkunen noted that the Commission initiated proceedings against Meta in 2024 over concerns that its recommender systems demote political content and that the company lacked an effective internal complaint-handling system. On 24 October 2025, the Commission preliminarily found Meta in breach of its obligation to provide such a system. The Commission has also sent multiple requests for information on Meta's risk assessments, statements of reasons, and transparency obligations. While Virkkunen declined to comment on investigation details, she stressed that Meta bears responsibility for complying with EU law, including DSA provisions protecting freedom of expression.
using formal investigations and dialogue to enforce DSA rules on very large online platforms. No new formal procedures were announced, but the Commission's continued monitoring suggests potential further action if Meta fails to address the identified shortcomings. The issue highlights tensions between platform autonomy and EU oversight of fundamental rights in digital spaces.