Elon Musk’s Political Engagements Draw EU Scrutiny Amid German Election Concerns; Faces DSA Investigation on X
Brussels, Belgium — As Germany gears up for its upcoming national election, the European Commission is closely monitoring a scheduled discussion between Elon Musk and Alice Weidel, leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. The discourse, set to unfold on Musk’s social media platform X on Thursday, raises concerns about potential misinformation proliferation amidst a pivotal electoral period. The European Union’s enforcement of the Digital Services Act (DSA) underscores its commitment to curbing illegal content, including hate speech and election manipulation. Since 2023, X has faced scrutiny under this legislation for possible illicit … Read more