Trump Signs Bipartisan Revenge Porn Legislation into Law
In a significant move towards protecting individuals from nonconsensual explicit content, President Donald Trump has enacted a bipartisan bill aimed at criminalizing the distribution of revenge porn. Standing alongside First Lady Melania Trump, a steadfast supporter of the legislation, Trump referred to it as a "national victory." The law mandates that technology platforms must remove reported content within 48 hours of receiving valid requests, covering both authentic and deepfake images.
This legislation is a crucial step for victims seeking justice and aims to hold platforms accountable for facilitating the swift removal of harmful content. The recent law is inspired by several high-profile revenge porn cases that have captured national attention, highlighting the severity of the issue.
Notable incidents include the 2017 case involving Rob Kardashian, who posted explicit images of his ex-fiancée Blac Chyna, leading to legal repercussions. Similarly, singer Teairra Mari faced harassment from rapper 50 Cent, culminating in a lawsuit over leaked images in 2018. In another case, Lastonia Leviston sued 50 Cent after he posted a sex tape of her online, resulting in a court award of $5 million for emotional distress.
The 2014 iCloud hack, which affected numerous celebrities, including Gabrielle Union and Meagan Good, emphasized the urgent need for privacy protection in the digital age. The legislation is also timely given ongoing debates about consent and privacy raised by current events, including the allegations against rapper Offset by estranged wife Cardi B.
Prominent revenge porn lawsuits like Hulk Hogan’s victory over Gawker Media further highlight the importance of legal reforms in this area. With Trump’s signature on this new law, the United States takes a pivotal step to safeguard digital privacy rights for all individuals.
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