Politics and Government
Politics and Government
Keir Starmer torpedoes Elon Musk over 'lies' about grooming gangs
- Sir Keir Starmer has accused tech billionaire Elon Musk and right-wing populists of spreading lies about child abuse grooming gangs and warned "they have crossed a line".
The article from AOL discusses how Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), has been engaging with international right-wing figures, which has raised concerns among some political leaders. Specifically, UK Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has expressed worries about the implications of Musk's interactions with these figures, particularly in light of the upcoming UK general election. Starmer's concerns stem from the potential influence these interactions could have on political discourse and the spread of misinformation. The article highlights Musk's meeting with Javier Milei, Argentina's new president known for his libertarian views, and his past interactions with other controversial figures like former Fox News host Tucker Carlson. This has led to discussions about the role of social media platforms in shaping political narratives and the need for responsible management of such influential platforms.
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[ https://www.aol.com/starmer-elon-musk-international-rightwing-092815981.html ]
Read the Full AOL Article at:
[ https://www.aol.com/starmer-elon-musk-international-rightwing-092815981.html ]