Elon Musk's Interview With Donald Trump on X: Technical Glitches And Political Controversies
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Elon Musk interviewed Donald Trump on the platform X, formerly known as Twitter. The conversation, which Musk said was delayed by an alleged DDoS attack, covered a variety of topics, including Trump's current campaign and his efforts to reposition it. Trump was critical of the Democratic nomination of Kamala Harris and spoke about the EU Digital Content Act and his earlier removal from the X/Twitter platform. Biden's decision not to run for president and Trump's proposal to close the Department of Education were also discussed.
Despite the technical difficulties that affected the livestream, the interview was able to continue. Trump reiterated his controversial views on immigration and other issues, while Musk made his support for Trump clear and reinforced his positions. The delayed interview attracted millions of viewers and led to intense debate and criticism. It was seen as an opportunity for Trump to mobilise his base and gain support. At the same time, it raised concerns about the influence of social media platforms on politics and the spread of misinformation. The technical issues during the livestream highlighted the challenges of hosting high-profile events on X and raised questions about the security and stability of the platform. Musk's role as an influential supporter of Trump was also discussed, particularly in light of his increasing political activity on the X platform, where he has nearly 194 million followers."
