Elon Musk announces that X (formerly Twitter) will reinstate the suspended account of white supremacist Nick Fuentes, sparking controversy amid a surge in antisemitism incidents in the U.S.
Key Points
Elon Musk announces reinstatement of Nick Fuentes' account on X (formerly Twitter)
Nick Fuentes is a white supremacist and Holocaust-denying broadcaster
Musk's decision follows a supporter demanding Fuentes' return to X
Fuentes was banned for repeated violations of content moderation rules in December 2021
Cons
Controversial decision to reinstate a white supremacist's account
Spark of controversy amidst a surge in antisemitism incidents in the U.S.
Potential negative impact on Twitter's reputation and user base