X Denies French Allegations of Algorithm Manipulation
The Spin
Left narrative
France's investigation into X is a necessary defense of democratic discourse. Musk has already admitted that external links are deprioritized, while there is strong evidence of tripled visibility for his preferred political content. This is clearly algorithmic manipulation that threatens informed public debate, and no individual should wield such unchecked power over national information ecosystems.
Right narrative
France's investigation into X represents dangerous government overreach. Classifying a social media platform as an "organized gang" to enable wiretapping employees is an authoritarian abuse of criminal law. The involvement of openly anti-X "experts" in the investigation reveals predetermined bias, not impartial inquiry. This sets a chilling precedent for state censorship of digital platforms.
