XBlocks Signal.me Links, Raising Concerns Over Whistleblower Suppression

Elon Musk's platform temporarily restricted links to the encrypted messaging app as federal workers increasingly use Signal to share sensitive information.

X, formerly Twitter, blocked users from sharing Signal.me links on posts, direct messages, and profiles, labeling them as potentially harmful or spam.
The block, which began over the weekend, was lifted by Tuesday morning, but X has not provided an explanation for the restriction.
Signal.me links are widely used by journalists and whistleblowers for secure communication, particularly by federal workers reporting on the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Elon Musk, who leads DOGE, has faced criticism over the firing of nearly 10,000 federal employees and the department's controversial cost-cutting measures.
The move has drawn parallels to past instances where X restricted links to other platforms, raising questions about free speech and political motivations.