Elon Musk argues that disturbing content on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, should be seen, even if it is “difficult.” As for the rampant spread of disinformation on the social media service—well, he says, people can decide for themselves what is true.
With the Israel-Hamas war, Musk and X CEO Linda Yaccarino are navigating the first new major outbreak of global violence and disinformation on X since Musk bought the platform last year. With no trust and safety head, and relaxed rules on policing content, the executives are facing intense criticism over how X is handling the crisis.
