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Jessica Maddox, Assistant Professor of Journalism and Creative Media, University of Alabama

Why aren't there any legal protections for the children of influencers?

Children cannot consent to being the star of their parent's show. d3sign/Moment via Getty Images

When it comes to sharing content of children on social media – particularly via sponsored posts and brand deals – what’s legal isn’t always what’s ethical.

Influencer Brittany Dawn, who initially gained a following for her fitness workouts before pivoting to religious content, recently came under fire for monetizing her foster child on social media.

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