Pelosi: US Internet Privacy Bill Allows Sale of Consumers' Data 'to Anyone'

A bill proposed by Republicans and signed into law by US President Donald Trump will allow the sale of US consumers’ private internet browsing information to anyone who wants it, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said in a statement on Tuesday.

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — On Monday, Trump signed into law a measure that overturns an Obama-era rule preventing service providers from selling information on consumers' internet habits.

"[Republicans] decided to sell Americans’ most personal and sensitive information to anyone with the money to buy it," Pelosi stated.

Pelosi called the measure a "breathtaking violation" of privacy.

The White House said the measure would allow service providers to be treated fairly while consumer and privacy concerns are reviewed on an equal playing field.