CNN Host Spots Elon Musk's Free Speech Hypocrisy Amid Right-Wing Clash On Immigration
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Several conservative accounts have reportedly seen restrictions on Musk's X platform after criticizing the billionaire's immigration takes.
CNN host Abby Phillip called out Elon Musk on Friday after several conservative social media users on his X platform (formerly Twitter) criticized his immigration takes and have since alleged that their accounts have faced restrictions.
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“Well, the free speech apparently doesn’t apply to criticizing Elon Musk,” said Phillip of the billionaire, who once dubbed himself a “free speech absolutist.” He’s previously been accused of “silencing” critics on the platform.
Conservative critics alleged censorship on the platform this week after the billionaire weighed in on immigration and H-1B work visas.
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