Elon Musk: The Unchecked Kingmaker on X
Elon Musk, once politically influential in Washington, DC, now wields immense power on his social media platform, X. Despite falling out of political favor, his engagement—especially with hard-right politicians and activists—has significantly boosted their visibility and followers, raising concerns of foreign meddling from the US in Europe.
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Elon Musk's towering influence on social media platform X remains undiminished, even as his political sway in Washington, DC, wanes. Musk's X account, the platform he acquired in 2022, has grown to over 220 million followers, transforming him into a significant power broker.
Musk's interaction with European hard-right figures has dramatically increased their followers and visibility, The Associated Press reveals. His engagement with posts of such influencers often results in millions of views, raising alarms about the potential influence of U.S. politics on European soil.
The newfound attention brought by Musk's involvement highlights his ability to amplify specific political messages across borders, affecting the dynamics within and beyond the platform. This global influence stirs conversations about tech's role in modern political ecosystems.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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