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Mon, February 17, 2025

Judge to hear arguments over Musk's authority as suits against administration pile up


Published on 2025-02-17 12:00:54 - MSN
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  • A judge will hear arguments challenging Elon Musk's constitutional authority -- one of at least 73 lawsuits the administration faces in its effort to trim the government.

The article discusses a legal battle involving Elon Musk and his company X Corp, formerly known as Twitter, where a federal judge in California is set to hear arguments regarding Musk's authority to make changes to the company. This comes amidst a series of lawsuits against the Biden administration, focusing on issues like free speech and government influence over social media content moderation. The contention arose after Musk's acquisition of Twitter, where he made significant changes including mass layoffs and policy shifts, prompting scrutiny over his decision-making power. The lawsuits claim that the administration has been pressuring social media companies to censor certain content, which has led to debates about the First Amendment rights of these platforms. The hearing aims to address whether Musk's actions align with corporate governance and legal standards, especially in light of these broader political and legal challenges.

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