Tag: X

Trump Officials Could Face Criminal Contempt Over Deportations, Judge Says

Trump Officials Could Face Criminal Contempt Over Deportations, Judge Says

Trump officials violated a US federal judge’s orders stopping deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg declared he had probable cause to hold the court in contempt because the deportees had no chance to challenge their deportations and prove their innocence according to the judge’s order.  The U.S. The Justice Department […]

Op-Ed: Why X is the Worst Platform for Politics

Op-Ed: Why X is the Worst Platform for Politics

X might be the worst hub for political disclosure in terms of social media platforms. While it’s a platform where politicians make big announcements, journalists break stories, and activists mobilize movements, there’s not much meaningful political feedback. By that, I mean that instead of fostering informed debate, X  just amplifies misinformation and justifies false claims. […]

Hate Speech on X Increased by 50% After Musk’s Acquisition

Hate Speech on X Increased by 50% After Musk’s Acquisition

Following Musk’s takeover, hate speech on X reportedly increased by 50%, raising concerns about the social media platforms’ capacity to spread harmful information. Since Elon Musk acquired X, formerly Twitter, in October 2022, the platform has undergone significant changes, including debates over free speech content control. As one of his first acts as a new […]

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