Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has launched a blistering attack on tech billionaire Elon Musk, labelling him "dangerous for democracy" after the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, restricted access to the UK Parliament's official account.
The extraordinary confrontation emerged when Parliament's account was temporarily blocked from following other users or posting content, a move perceived as retaliation after officials flagged concerns about a controversial post on the platform.
Sir Ed didn't mince his words, stating: "Elon Musk is proving to be rather dangerous for our democracy and free speech." He emphasised the critical role of Parliament's account in facilitating transparent communication between the government and citizens.
The incident has ignited fresh concerns about Musk's influence over digital public squares and his willingness to suppress democratic institutions when challenged. This marks another chapter in the ongoing tension between world leaders and the unpredictable tech mogul since his acquisition of the platform.
Political analysts are watching closely as this development raises fundamental questions about power, free speech, and who controls the digital spaces essential for modern democracy.
