Elon Musk, EU and Trump

EU Steps Up Probe of Elon Musk’s X Ahead of Trump Inauguration
The European Commission has ramped up its investigation into Elon Musk’s X social network after the tech mogul criticized European governments in recent weeks, and just days before President-elect Donald Trump is set to return to the White House.
Elon Musk is elevating Trump’s foreign policy of deliberate disruption to a new level
Musk’s political involvement appears to be largely aimed at giving succour to populist individuals, parties and causes, as well as actively hollowing out centrist parties in other countries. Musk’s political intrusion, however, has expanded of late, with an apparent eye on election results.
EU steps up probe into Elon Musk’s X, days ahead of Trump inauguration
The Commission said President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House did not affect its commitment to enforcing its laws.
Elon Musk slated to speak at Trump pre-inauguration rally: report
Elon Musk is expected to speak at a Make America Great Again Victory Rally in Washington, D.C. He previously has delivered remarks at other President-elect Donald Trump events, including a campaign rally at Madison Square Garden.
Could Trump’s EV policies hurt Tesla and Elon Musk?
President-elect Trump is poised to take office on Monday, and some are already wondering whether his policies surrounding electric vehicles will help or hurt automakers including Tesla. The Austin-based automaker has collected a whopping $11 billion from the sale of regulatory credits to other automakers attempting to comply with emissions targets.
Elon Musk to speak at Trump's inauguration weekend rally
The rally in downtown Washington on the day before Trump's inauguration ceremony will also feature Hulk Hogan, Kid Rock and Village People.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk To Speak At Trump’s Pre-Inaugural Rally In D.C. On Sunday
Tesla CEO and the world's richest man, Elon Musk, is slated to speak ahead of President-elect Donald Trump at his pre-inaugural rally in Washington, D.C., on Sunday. Musk spent over $250 million on last year’s campaign and was tapped by Trump to co-chair the Department of Government Efficiency.

EU orders X to hand over algorithm documents

MEPs urge Commission to act on Musk's interventions
In a letter sent to the President of the European Commission, a number of MEPs express their concern at alleged abuses ...
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EU Intensifies Inquiry into Elon Musk's X For Content Moderation Violation
The European Commission has intensified its investigation into Elon Musk's social media network, X, concerning potential ...
Elon Musk uses X to roast European leaders, promote the far right
WASHINGTON − Elon Musk is keeping the pressure on European leaders. Musk frequently wields his 211.5-million-follower account ...
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EU politicians warn against Elon Musk's incursions into European politics
Now Musk's escalating criticism and mocking of European leaders and governments, which he has done repeatedly via X, the ...
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EU deepens probe into X after Musk outbursts
Musk's X is suspected of manipulating the platform's systems to give far-right posts and politicians greater visibility over ...
As Elon Musk Promotes Far-Right German Party, EU Politicians Suggest Shutting Off X’s Algorithm
Musk has spent the last few weeks engaged in a campaign against various European governments. The most dramatic conflict has ...
Elon Musk’s political influence: a billionaire’s impact on European democracy
From endorsing Germany’s far-right AfD to attacking UK leaders, Musk's actions highlight the risks of unchecked power in the ...
European Central Bank Joins Bluesky, Rival to Elon Musk's X
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - The European Central Bank began posting on the Bluesky micro-blogging platform on Monday, joining a ...
European Commission seeks more information from X on algorithms
The European executive requested further information to the DSA's X ongoing proceedings regarding its recommendation system.