Spanish PM targets Musk, warns of electoral influence risks

Speaking on Wednesday, Sanchez criticized the far-right international movement, which he said has been condemned for years and is currently led by the world's richest individual. He accused the movement of attacking institutions, spreading hatred, and openly endorsing neo-Nazi successors in Germany's upcoming elections.

This statement was made during an event marking the 50th anniversary of the death of dictator Francisco Franco, who paved the way for democratic changes in Spain.

On Tuesday, the Spanish government's spokesperson, Pilar Alegria, commented on Musk's disputes with European leaders, emphasizing that online platforms should operate neutrally and without interference. Major political parties condemn his actions, including his support for Germany's AfD, accusing him of trying to influence election outcomes. Spain and other European countries demand neutrality from Musk's platform and stress the need for compliance with EU regulations.

On Sunday, Musk mentioned Spain, sharing a post on the X platform that referred to information from "La Razon" stating that 92% of those convicted of rape in Catalonia are foreigners, despite them constituting only 17% of the region's population. Musk commented with the word "Wow". This statement was addressed by the head of the Catalan government, Salvador Illa, who emphasized that he would not allow the name of Catalonia to be used to spread hate speech.

The debate around Musk also includes challenges related to disinformation and influence on democratic processes, as Edward Luce confirmed in his commentary. The European Union is considering measures to counter these threats.

Despite lacking formal political power, Musk gained influence with Donald Trump's win in the presidential elections, raising questions about the future stability of democracy in Europe.