Anti-mask Facebook group suspended for spreading coronavirus misinformation

Facebook is, by and large, a wretched hive of misinformation and villainy. Fortunately, it's just a tiny bit less scummy now, with the site having suspended one of its largest anti-mask groups.

The Verge reports that Facebook group Unmasking America! has been removed for spreading misinformation about COVID-19. Over 9,600 members strong, the group opposed the use of face masks, spread widely debunked myths about the accessories, and loudly advocated for people to completely ignore medical professionals amidst a deadly global pandemic.

"We have clear policies against promoting harmful misinformation about COVID 19 and have removed this group while we review the others," Facebook spokesperson Dami Oyefeso told Mashable.  Read more...