I'm not on the inside of the FR underground complex, so I really don't have a clue.
I will say though (as an old mod) that sometimes the mods and the owners get together and subtly shift the policy to allow more freedom of speech.
Usually, they're conducting an intel mission of some sort when they do that. Especially at conservative boards.
Then again, it may be so busy that they just can't keep up.
That may well be the case. Could be a pre-housecleaning maneuver.