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By the Patriot Watch Desk
Published July 21, 2026 at 2:15 PM ET · Updated July 21, 2026 at 4:08 PM ET

French lawmakers approve a social media ban for users under 15

3 independent outlets are covering this story. Verification: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets. Patriot Watch links to original reporting; we don't republish it.

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What we know

French lawmakers have approved a sweeping ban on social media access for children under 15. The legislation prohibits minors in that age group from using social media platforms.

Patriot Watch first flagged this story 3 hr ago, when Associated Press via Google News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 3 independent outlets, including 2 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from PBS NewsHour. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.

Conservative & independent coverage (1)

Breitbart 2 hr ago
French Lawmakers Approve Ban on Social Media for Under 15s

Wire & mainstream coverage (2)

PBS NewsHour 1 hr ago
French lawmakers pass sweeping social media ban for children under 15
Associated Press via Google News 3 hr ago
French lawmakers adopt a sweeping social media ban for children under 15 - AP News

Coverage timeline

Jul 21, 2:15 PM ET
3 hr ago
Associated Press via Google News
French lawmakers adopt a sweeping social media ban for children under 15 - AP News
Jul 21, 2:59 PM ET
2 hr ago
Breitbart
French Lawmakers Approve Ban on Social Media for Under 15s
Jul 21, 4:01 PM ET
1 hr ago
PBS NewsHour
French lawmakers pass sweeping social media ban for children under 15
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