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Users violating the channel\u2019s terms of use can be temporarily blocked for between one and 96 hours, allowing leadership to review comments and decide whether or not a permanent ban is appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For instance, if a commenter repeats the same message more than three times, they may receive a time-out and review for spamming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe core of our moderation policies really didn\u2019t change. 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Megan Stallings, commander of the Army\u2019s marketing and engagement brigade, told reporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the team\u2019s pause for review, Rep. 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