- Elon Musk’s X Settles Trump Lawsuit for $10 Million Over Account Ban, the Settlement resolves legal dispute stemming from 2021 Twitter suspension.
- Musk’s close ties to Trump didn’t prevent the need for financial resolution.
- Meta previously settled a similar lawsuit with Trump for $25 million.
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), has agreed to pay approximately $10 million to resolve a lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump.
The legal dispute arose when Trump’s account was suspended following the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riots, as the platform feared that his posts could incite further unrest.
Trump argued that his suspension infringed upon his First Amendment right to freedom of speech. Despite Elon Musk reinstating Trump’s account when he assumed control of Twitter in November 2022, the lawsuit continued until a settlement was reached earlier this year.
This situation follows a similar agreement with Meta Platforms, which settled for $25 million over comparable censorship allegations from Trump. Both settlements underscore the difficulties social media platforms face in balancing content moderation with political expression.
The dynamic between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has changed notably over the years. Musk has emerged as a significant supporter of Trump, contributing significantly to his campaign efforts. This close relationship is apparent as both navigate intricate legal and political challenges together.
The financial settlements may encourage other platforms to reevaluate their policies on banning political figures’ accounts, especially amid ongoing discussions about censorship and free speech in the digital space.
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Last Updated on February 13, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
