Elon Musk found himself in the midst of controversy yet again, this time due to an unverified post related to Haiti that had to be removed from his own platform, X. Let’s delve into the details surrounding this incident.

Musk’s Unverified Post

Musk responded to an NBC News article about violence in Haiti by sharing a graphic clip that purportedly showed cannibalism in the country. However, X (formerly Twitter) removed the post as it violated platform rules.

Lack of Credible Evidence

The US State Department stated that it hadn’t received any credible reports regarding the claims of cannibalism in Haiti. Experts also highlighted that the videos being shared were likely created by violent gangs as scare tactics, rather than depicting widespread cannibalistic behavior.

Tying Rumors to Immigration

Musk connected the rumors about cannibalism in Haiti to concerns over Haitian immigration to the US. His remarks on screening immigrants for potential risks stirred further debate.

Content Moderation Challenges

Despite Musk’s stance as a “free speech absolutist” and reducing content moderation staff on X, reports of hate speech and disinformation surged after his takeover. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges of content moderation on social media platforms.

X’s Response

X, known for its limited responses to media inquiries, declined to comment on this specific incident, citing a busy schedule.

As controversies continue to arise around social media content, discussions on responsible platform usage and content moderation practices remain crucial.