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Melania Trump was on Capitol Hill Monday to lend her support to an online safety bill.
The first lady participated in a roundtable discussion of the “Take It Down Act.”
The bill is designed to speed the removal of revenge porn, which is intimate imagery posted online without an individual's consent.
“It is heartbreaking to witness young teens, especially girls, grappling with the overwhelming challenges posed by malicious online content like deepfakes. This toxic environment can be severely damaging. We must prioritize their well-being by equipping them with support and tools necessary to navigate this hostile digital landscape,” the first lady said while addressing the group.
The bill is sponsored by Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas and Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, but the first lady pointed out that there were more republicans than democrats at the roundtable.
“I was heartened to learn that Senator Cruz and Senator Klobuchar untitled to prioritize this fundamental matter. I must admit, however, I expected to see more Democrats leaders with us here today to address this serious issue. Surely, as adults, we can prioritize America's children ahead of partizan politics,” Mrs. Trump said.
The Senate passed the bill in February and the first lady is joining the lobbying effort to help get the measure through the House and to the President Donald Trump's desk to become law.