Twitter will pay $100,000 to Washington state to resolve campaign finance violations. The Washington State Attorney General’s Office found that Twitter failed to properly disclose political advertising information, violating state law.
The investigation revealed that Twitter did not maintain the necessary records related to political ads purchased on its platform. State law requires such transparency to ensure fair and open elections, allowing the public to understand who is funding political messages. This settlement highlights the importance of social media companies adhering to campaign finance regulations. The funds will be used for future campaign finance enforcement and education efforts. The Attorney General’s office emphasized that all platforms, including social media, must comply with these regulations to maintain integrity in the political process. Other social media companies had similar issues and faced penalties. State regulators have increased scrutiny on tech companies during election periods in recent years, reflecting growing concerns about the influence of online advertising on elections. This settlement sends a clear message that such oversights will be taken seriously. Twitter has cooperated with the investigation. This case also served to improve future election campaign management and financing. Going forward, stricter regulatory oversight is to be expected.
