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German Government Accuses Elon Musk Of Trying To Influence Election


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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, December 30th 2024 at 18:20 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • A spokesperson for the German government is now calling out Elon Musk and his attempts to influence the upcoming federal election in February in Germany. Previously, the German government collapsed after a vote of no confidence,

The German government has accused Elon Musk, the owner of X Corp (formerly known as Twitter), of attempting to influence the upcoming European Parliament elections by promoting far-right narratives on his platform. This accusation comes in the wake of Musk's interactions with and amplification of posts from far-right figures and conspiracy theorists, which the German authorities believe could sway public opinion and disrupt the democratic process. The German Interior Ministry has expressed concerns over the spread of disinformation and the potential manipulation of voter sentiment, especially as the European elections approach. They are urging social media companies to take responsibility for the content shared on their platforms and are considering regulatory measures to ensure fair elections.

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