Summary

The German government accused Elon Musk of trying to influence its February 2024 general election by endorsing the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.

It acknowledged Musk’s right to express his opinion but dismissed its potential impact, calling his remarks “the greatest nonsense.”

Musk described the AfD as Germany’s “last spark of hope” in an opinion piece for Die Welt, sparking backlash and the resignation of a senior editor.

Musk has also faced accusations of trying to sway the 2024 U.S. election in Donald Trump’s favor.

  • VerilyFemme
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    4 days ago

    Not anybody. The richest man in the world, who has been taking blatant steps to sway global elections, and his propaganda machine.

    • smeenz@lemmy.nz
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      3 days ago

      So if elon drops to being the 2nd richest man in the world, then he’s all good to continue ?

      • otp@sh.itjust.works
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        3 days ago

        The top 1% must legally STFU? Deal!

        Maybe they’ll be rushing to get rid of enough money to put them into a lower tax bracket if they want to keep yapping, lol