October 8
Elon Musk now controls the @America handle on X, using it to promote Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. This change and Musk's growing right-wing alignment have raised concerns about his influence on political discourse through his platform ownership.
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TRUMP'S NEWEST ALLY?
Elon Musk has sparked controversy after taking control of the @America username on X (formerly Twitter) to promote Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. Musk, who has increasingly shown support for right-wing politics, now uses this high-profile handle to advocate for Trump, focusing on issues like border security and free speech. The former user of the @America handle, a known critic of both Musk and Trump, was reassigned a different username as part of the takeover.
But Why?
Musk’s political shift has become more evident over time, with his social media platform often reflecting his views. By redirecting his followers to the @America page, Musk is amplifying Trump’s campaign as the election race heats up. The timing is significant, given that Musk recently appeared alongside Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, marking another public display of his support.
What's the Impact?
This move raises concerns about the influence Musk’s platform ownership gives him over public discourse, especially with the 2024 election looming. His use of X’s policies to take over accounts also adds to the debate about fairness and transparency on the platform.
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