Washington: US on-line video sharing service YouTube prolonged its suspension of ex-President Donald Trump’s channel indefinitely, Politico reported.
“In gentle of issues in regards to the ongoing potential for violence, the Donald J. Trump channel will stay suspended,” YouTube spokesperson Ivy Choi stated as quoted by Politico.
“Our groups are staying vigilant and intently monitoring for any new developments,” the spokesperson stated.
The information outlet stated YouTube additionally restricted Trump adviser Rudy Giuliani’s capability to generate profits off his channel.
Trump’s YouTube channel has been prevented from having new content material and engagement with viewers within the aftermath of the January 6 riot on the US Capitol, the place his supporters stormed the federal legislative meeting constructing in an try to cease lawmakers from certifying the election win of Joe Biden.
Trump has been accused of inciting the assault, with a fiery speech he made to his supporters within the periphery of the Capitol simply earlier than the riot – a cost he has denied. 5 individuals, together with a policeman on responsibility and a feminine air drive veteran who supported Trump, died within the assault. (ANI/Sputnik)