Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo Quits X, Criticizes Platform and Elon Musk

Hidalgo describes X as a 'gigantic global sewer' spreading disinformation and hatred, and accuses owner Elon Musk of exacerbating tensions.

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced she is leaving X, formerly known as Twitter, calling it a 'gigantic global sewer' that spreads disinformation and hatred.
Hidalgo criticized the platform's owner, Elon Musk, for intentionally exacerbating tensions and conflicts.
The mayor's decision comes amid a wave of criticism against X and Musk, with major companies pulling their ads from the platform.
Hidalgo's departure from X was not a response to recent controversies but a decision made over time.
She invited people to follow her on other social media networks where 'respectful exchanges can still take place.'