Message scanning measure advances in Brussels vote

A measure permitting platforms to scan private messages passed in Brussels. Officials described the scanning as voluntary, though the text applies across services. The vote recorded 276 in favor and 314 against. It advanced because an absolute majority of all members was required to reject it, not a majority of those present.

Vote procedure The measure moved under an urgent procedure shortly before summer recess. Absences were higher than usual during the period. More members voted against the text than supported it, yet the procedural threshold allowed passage. The source of the report is @MarioNawfal.