Labour MPs Urged to Abandon X Amid Misinformation Crisis
Liverpool mayor and other politicians criticize Elon Musk's platform for amplifying far-right rhetoric and hate speech.
- Liverpool Mayor Steve Rotheram calls for a mass exodus from X due to its role in spreading misinformation.
- Riots in the UK were fueled by false claims on X, leading to far-right violence.
- Labour MPs are exploring alternative platforms like Threads and Bluesky.
- Elon Musk's controversial remarks and algorithm changes have intensified scrutiny of X.
- Government officials consider stronger regulations for social media to combat disinformation.