Musk, Trump, and the Weaponization of Social Media

The article discusses Elon Musk's and Donald Trump's growing influence in Europe, framing it as a shift from American soft power to aggressive interference in European politics. Musk's use of X (formerly Twitter) to sway elections and support far-right groups is highlighted as a major concern. The author explores the potential for Europe to respond, including the unprecedented step of banning X, given its alleged disinformation campaigns. The piece ultimately questions the nature of the U.S.-European relationship in light of these actions, raising concerns about the future of their alliance. This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «From soft power to bullying: Musk and Trump are an increasingly unwelcome presence in Europe. What to do?»