Elon Musk Reinstates Alex Jones on X Amid Controversy

Decision Follows User Poll, Ignites Criticism and Comes Amid Advertiser Exodus

Elon Musk, owner of X (formerly Twitter), reinstated the account of controversial conspiracy theorist Alex Jones after conducting a user poll, which resulted in over 70% of nearly 2 million respondents voting in favor of Jones' return.
Jones, known for spreading false conspiracy theories about the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, was banned from Twitter in 2018 for violating its abusive behavior policies.
Musk's decision to reinstate Jones has been met with widespread criticism, with some accusing Musk of prioritizing 'free speech' over the potential harm caused by Jones' misinformation.
David Wheeler, father of a Sandy Hook victim, called Musk a 'sociopath' for his decision, stating that Musk's change of stance based on a poll shows he has no convictions.
Musk's decision comes amid an advertiser exodus from X, following his endorsement of an antisemitic conspiracy theory in November.