On Wednesday, Facebook’s Oversight Board, comprised of company-selected lawyers, journalists, and activists, reaffirmed the company s decision to ban former President Donald J. Trump following the January 6 Capitol riot. According to the board, the former president “created an environment where a serious risk of violence was possible” and the company’s actions in response to the insurrection were “justified.” However, the board also found that an indefinite suspension, which is not clearly defined in Facebook’s penalty policy, was “not appropriate” and that a more standard punishment should be implemented, such as a timed suspension or permanent ban. “In applying a vague, standardless penalty and then referring this case to the Board to resolve, Facebook seeks to avoid its responsibilities,” the board said in its assessment. “The Board declines Facebook’s request and insists that Facebook apply and justify a defined penalty.” Facebook has six months to rea