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Elon Musk's X Under Fire for Spreading Election Disinformation and Inciting Violence

Musk's platform faces scrutiny from US and UK authorities over misinformation and its role in recent unrest.

  • Elon Musk has been accused of using X to amplify false election information, benefiting Donald Trump's campaign.
  • The platform has reinstated banned accounts and removed fact-checking mechanisms, leading to a surge in misinformation.
  • UK authorities are investigating X's role in inciting far-right riots following false claims about a violent incident.
  • Musk's endorsement of manipulated content and conspiracy theories has raised concerns about platform accountability.
  • Regulatory bodies are calling for stronger measures to combat disinformation and hold social media companies accountable.
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