X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter and now owned by Elon Musk, is facing potential suspension in Brazil due to its failure to appoint a new legal representative in the country. This development comes after a Brazilian Supreme Court judge accused the platform of spreading misinformation and right-wing extremism. The dispute traces back to orders issued by the court in response to mass demonstrations in Brazil, with X and Musk accusing the Brazilian judiciary of censorship and threatening free speech.
- X expects to be blocked in Brazil for not naming a new legal representative as required by a Brazilian Supreme Court judge.
- The controversy began after the court demanded the ban of certain X profiles accused of spreading misinformation and right-wing extremism.
- The conflict escalated following mass demonstrations in Brazil, leading to thousands of arrests and the accusation of X and Elon Musk of threatening free speech.
- On 17 August, X shut down its office in Brazil, leaving the company without a legal representative in the country.
- Justice Alexandri Mor of the Brazilian Supreme Court gave X a 24-hour deadline to appoint a legal representative, heightening the risk of suspension.
- Elon Musk has used X to accuse the Brazilian judiciary of censorship, even resorting to memes to criticize the court’s decisions.
- With no legal obstacles remaining, the Brazilian Supreme Court could imminently order the suspension of X in Brazil.
- There is significant anticipation in Brazil regarding whether or not the platform will be suspended.
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