Elon Musk Defies Australian Order to Remove Violent Content, Citing Free Speech Concerns

Elon Musk is embroiled in a legal battle with Australian authorities over a demand to globally remove a violent video from X, arguing it threatens free speech.

Elon Musk and X are contesting an Australian court order to remove a video of a church stabbing, claiming it infringes on global free speech.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has labeled Musk an 'arrogant billionaire', accusing him of prioritizing ego over social responsibility.
The dispute centers on whether Australian eSafety Commissioner can enforce global content removal on platforms like X.
Other social media platforms have complied with the removal request, but X is challenging the order in court.
The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between national laws and global internet governance.