Having watched a few of the sessions held by congress questioning social media CEOs and the like, I think this story is quite plausible.

In between the grandstanding some of the politicians asked such odd questions, I think an introduction to digital safety should be a requisite course for all public servants along side antidiscrimination and inclusivity.

I wouldn't be surprised if there is someone already in jail who has been charged and convicted to a similar action.

Here is a Canadian example of a similar event.

https://edmontonjournal.com/news/politics/covid-19-records-w...