X Takes Action Against Hacked JD Vance Dossier on Trump Campaign Request
X Blocks Hacked JD Vance Dossier Links
X recently took decisive action to block links to a story about VP nominee JD Vance’s hacked dossier after receiving a request from the Donald Trump campaign. According to The New York Times, this decision highlights an evolving approach to content moderation.
Contrasting Responses to Content Moderation
In a clear departure from Musk's past stances on free speech, the platform justified its actions by citing rules regarding unredacted personal information. Just two years ago, Musk criticized Twitter for suppressing a controversial story on Hunter Biden’s laptop, branding it a violation of the First Amendment rights.
The Duality of Musk's Free Speech Ideals
Despite his claims of being a 'free speech absolutist', Musk's involvement in efforts to support the former President complicates perceptions of his policies.
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