EU Urges Elon Musk to Censor Trump in Upcoming Interview

The European Commission has urged Elon Musk, owner of X (formerly Twitter), to censor former U.S. President Donald Trump during an interview set to air tonight on the platform. This move is part of the EU's ongoing efforts to regulate online content and curb hate speech and incitement to violence. Thierry Breton, the EU’s internal market commissioner, sent a formal request to Musk and X CEO Linda Yaccarino, emphasizing the need for X to comply with the Digital Services Act (DSA), a key piece of European legislation that holds social media platforms accountable for harmful content.

Breton's letter highlighted the risks associated with spreading content that could incite violence, hate, and racism, warning that X could face severe penalties and restrictions within the EU if it fails to act. With a user base of around 300 million, including many in the EU, X is classified as a "Very Large Online Platform" under EU law, requiring it to adhere to stricter content moderation standards.

Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X, responded swiftly, criticizing the EU's demands as an overreach. She argued that the EU's attempt to enforce European laws on political activities outside its borders undermines the ability of European citizens to form their own opinions. Yaccarino’s pushback underscores the ongoing tension between X’s management and European regulators as the platform prepares to host Trump in a live, unscripted conversation.

The DSA, which underpins the EU's demands, requires platforms like X to actively combat harmful content or face consequences, including fines. As the interview with Trump approaches, all eyes are on Elon Musk to see whether he will comply with the EU's request or challenge their stance, a decision that could significantly impact X’s future in Europe and its approach to content moderation.

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