Elon Musk, Trump admin go scorched earth on EU
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E.U. hits Musk's X with $140 million fine, says it broke hate speech and misinformation rules
The European Commission alleged that X violated the Digital Services Act, a sweeping 2022 law mandating companies set up policies and procedures to remove posts deemed illegal.
The move adds another layer of tension to the EU’s strained relationship with Trump, as he’s threatened to impose additional tariffs on the EU if it continues to lob fines at American tech giants.
Elon Musk, left, and Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, listen as Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally, Oct. 5, 2024, in Butler, Pa. Evan Vucci/AP Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily.