LeBron James Steps Back from Elon Musk's Social Media Platform X

The NBA star cites negativity and hate speech as reasons for pausing his activity on X and Instagram, joining others in distancing from the platform.

LeBron James announced a hiatus from social media platforms X and Instagram, where he has 52.9 million and 159 million followers respectively.
The decision follows James reposting a critical message about negativity in sports media, which he supported with the comment 'Amen!!'.
James expressed frustration with the rise of hate and negativity online, calling it a 'shame' in a statement on Instagram.
Other organizations, such as German football clubs SV Werder Bremen and FC St. Pauli, have also left X, citing increased hate speech and radicalization since Elon Musk's acquisition.
James, a four-time NBA champion, has previously been a target of online harassment and criticism on social media.