The Guardian has announced it will no longer post content on Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, citing “often disturbing content” including far-right conspiracy theories and racism. The news organization believes the negative aspects of the platform outweigh the benefits, with the US presidential election campaign solidifying its decision. While the Guardian will not be posting on X, individual reporters will still be able to use the platform for newsgathering purposes, and the organization’s articles will still be accessible and shareable on X. The Guardian encourages readers to visit its website to access and support its journalism directly.
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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to head a new “Department of Government Efficiency,” a non-governmental entity tasked with advising the White House and the Office of Management and Budget on streamlining operations. This initiative, likened to the Manhattan Project, aims to dismantle bureaucracy, reduce regulations, cut wasteful spending, and restructure federal agencies, all with a goal of achieving greater efficiency and transparency. The two appointees, who have pledged to make the department’s actions public, anticipate concluding their work by July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
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Elon Musk’s plans for a $35 million “family compound” have sparked intense reactions, particularly from his transgender daughter who has declared she will leave the United States if Donald Trump wins the presidency. The situation highlights the complexities of family dynamics, political beliefs, and the profound impact of a highly polarized political landscape on personal decisions.
The news of the compound, which some have described as a “bunker,” has fueled speculation about Musk’s motivations. Many question the need for such a lavish and fortified structure, especially for someone who has often proclaimed his commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The contrast between his financial resources and the perceived hardship facing many Americans has further fueled criticism.… Continue reading
Elon Musk, owner of SpaceX and Tesla, has been in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin for the past two years, raising national security concerns due to SpaceX’s government contracts. These conversations, reported by The Wall Street Journal, have included discussions about personal matters, business, and geopolitics, including a request from Putin to Musk to deactivate Starlink satellite service over Taiwan. Musk’s relationship with Putin, coupled with his support for Donald Trump and his recent public statements about Ukraine, raise questions about his allegiances and potential influence on U.S. foreign policy. The Kremlin has denied the conversations took place, while the White House, Pentagon, and State Department have declined to comment.
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Last Week Tonight host John Oliver criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s potential cabinet picks, calling them “a deep bench of idiots, freaks and wannabe tough guys.” Oliver mocked specific individuals like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine conspiracy theorist, and Elon Musk, whose proposed government efficiency plan included “temporary hardship” for the public. Oliver also expressed concern over the potential appointment of Kash Patel, a staunch Trump supporter who has threatened to target the media, to the position of CIA Director. He concluded by warning that the new administration could quickly lead to a negative situation, with unqualified and potentially dangerous individuals in key positions.
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A baseless conspiracy theory circulating on social media claims that Elon Musk, through his Starlink satellite internet company, hacked the 2024 election in favor of President-elect Donald Trump. This theory alleges Starlink was used to manipulate vote tallies in swing states, despite the fact that voting machines are generally not connected to the internet. Experts and election officials have debunked these claims, emphasizing that voting machines are secure and unconnected to the internet, while election officials utilize private networks to ensure secure transmission of results. This conspiracy follows a pattern of unfounded claims regarding election interference that emerged after the 2020 election. While Trump has praised Starlink’s capabilities and Musk has publicly supported Trump, there is no evidence to support these allegations of election hacking.
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Elon Musk’s recent statements regarding the ease of hacking voting machines have sparked a flurry of discussion and debate. The tech billionaire has repeatedly claimed that voting machines are “too easy to hack,” raising concerns about the integrity of elections.
Musk’s claims have been met with skepticism and even accusations of him deliberately spreading misinformation. Many point out that while vulnerabilities do exist in any system, the suggestion that voting machines are easily manipulated is an oversimplification. They argue that the process of rigging an election on a large scale would be extremely difficult and require coordinated efforts across multiple jurisdictions.… Continue reading
Elon Musk has been criticized for reposting a theory on X that claims “high status males” should run a “Republic” to maintain a free-thinking democracy, arguing that women and “low T men” are incapable of objective thought. The anonymous theory, which appears to originate from 4chan, suggests that only “high T alpha males” and “aneurotypical people” can think freely and should therefore be the sole decision-makers in a democratic society. Musk’s repost of this controversial theory has been met with backlash, with many criticizing it as sexist, exclusionary, and a promotion of hegemonic masculinity. It remains unclear whether Musk’s repost was intended to agree with the theory or to mock a critic, but it is consistent with his stance on “free speech” and his history of promoting controversial and misleading information on his platform.
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Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, a vocal supporter of President-elect Donald Trump, has endorsed the idea of allowing presidents to influence Federal Reserve policy, reflecting a growing pressure campaign against the central bank’s independence. This follows President-elect Trump’s repeated calls during his campaign to have a say in Fed policy, a departure from the traditional practice of maintaining the Fed’s autonomy to focus solely on the economic health of the United States. Musk’s agreement with Senator Mike Lee’s call to “#EndtheFed” suggests a potential shift in the relationship between the White House and the Federal Reserve under the new administration, echoing the contentious relationship that existed during Trump’s first term.
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