Section 230 is a section of Title 47 of the United States Code that was enacted as part of the United States Communications Decency Act and generally provides immunity for website platforms with respect to third-party content.

Platforms like Twitter and Facebook or other platforms that are considered a public service, currently with section 230 protection cannot legally remove individuals or groups because of their ideology or political affiliation.

You might be thinking that these platforms are privately owned. The can do whatever they want. I agree, privately owned companies are not obligated to abide by the US Constitution or first Amendment. But....

Public service Platforms are not privileged to section 230 protections. Public service entities have obligations. There are laws they are to follow.

Here is one example.

Basic Obligation of Public Service The Foundation For Ethical Behavior

Executive Order 12674 Thomas Jefferson enunciated the basic principle of public service: “When a man assumes a public trust, he should consider himself as public property.” This sentiment has been expressed by numerous others, over time becoming the familiar principle

“Public service is a public trust.”

To ensure public confidence in the integrity of the Federal Government, Executive Order 12674 (as amended) forms the  framework  for  the  ethical  behavior  required  and expected  of  all  Federal  employees.   As  a  condition  of public service, you are expected to adhere to these fundamental principles of ethical behavior:

• Public service is a public trust, requiring you to place loyalty to the Constitution, the laws, and ethical principles above private gain.
• You shall act impartially and not give preferential treatment to any private organization or individu.
• You shal l adhere to all laws and regulations that provide equal opportunities for all Americans regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, and military service.
• You shall disclose waste, fraud, abuse, and corruption to appropriate authorities.

If you have been removed from a public service platform hiding behind section 230 protection, better call Saul. Your civil rights have been violated.