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X to allow political ads from candidates ahead of 2024 election

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2 years ago

August 30, 2023

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X announced that it will now permit political advertising from candidates and political parties in the United States and will expand its safety and elections team in preparation for the 2024 presidential election.

Before its acquisition by billionaire Elon Musk in October, Twitter had imposed a global ban on all political ads since 2019. However, in January, Twitter lifted this ban and began allowing “cause-based ads” in the United States, focusing on issues such as voter registration. It also expressed intentions to broaden the scope of political ads allowed on its platform.

This decision to allow all political ads in the United States could potentially boost X’s revenue, especially as many advertisers had pulled back or reduced spending on the platform due to concerns about their ads appearing alongside inappropriate content.

In a blog post released on Tuesday, X announced plans to expand its teams, particularly those focused on countering content manipulation and addressing “emerging threats.”

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The company intends to establish a global advertising transparency center, which will enable users to view the political ads being promoted on the X platform. X also affirmed its commitment to prohibiting political ads that disseminate false information or aim to undermine public confidence in elections.

X, like other social media platforms, has faced criticism from researchers and lawmakers for not taking adequate measures to prevent the spread of misleading or false content during major elections.

Since its acquisition by Musk, X has faced scrutiny regarding its readiness for the upcoming presidential election, especially after the company laid off numerous employees, including members of its trust and safety team.

*What are your thoughts on X’s decision to allow political advertising ahead of the 2024 election? Share your opinions in the comments.*

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Macron forced to walkbecause of Trump motorcade

Macron stranded in NYC, amusingly calls Trump after police block his route for the motorcade. #Diplomacy #MacronVsProtocol

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8 hours ago

September 23, 2025

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Macron stranded in NYC, amusingly calls Trump after police block his route for the motorcade. #Diplomacy #MacronVsProtocol

French President Emmanuel Macron found himself unexpectedly stranded in New York after addressing the United Nations, when police blocked his route to accommodate Donald Trump’s motorcade.

Macron, en route to the French embassy, was forced to pause in the street as the way forward remained closed.

In a moment of levity amid diplomatic protocol, Macron is said to have called Trump directly from the street, remarking on the absurdity of being held up because of his rival’s convoy.

The road eventually reopened — but only for pedestrians — leaving Macron to continue on foot while still engaged in the conversation.

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Kamala Harris shocks with gay announcement

Kamala Harris clarifies comments on rejecting Buttigieg as running mate amid criticism over implications of his sexuality.

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8 hours ago

September 23, 2025

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Kamala Harris clarifies comments on rejecting Buttigieg as running mate amid criticism over implications of his sexuality.

Kamala Harris has been forced to clarify comments about why she did not choose Pete Buttigieg as her running mate, after critics accused her of suggesting his sexuality was a barrier.

Speaking in an interview with MSNBC, Harris initially rejected claims that Buttigieg’s sexuality influenced the decision, but later admitted she had considered the political risks given the tight timeline of just 107 days.

The remarks drew swift reactions, with MSNBC host Rachel Maddow saying it was “hard to hear” that Buttigieg might have been excluded because he is gay. Harris insisted the decision saddened her but was made with the stakes of the election in mind.

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Russia escalates nuclear drills as Ukraine strikes energy targets

Russia escalates war strategy with nuclear maneuvers, 300,000 recruits; Putin extends New START treaty amid diplomatic questions.

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21 hours ago

September 23, 2025

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Russia escalates war strategy with nuclear maneuvers, 300,000 recruits; Putin extends New START treaty amid diplomatic questions.

Russia is ramping up its war strategy with new nuclear manoeuvres and a reserve force of nearly 300,000 fresh recruits.

President Vladimir Putin has also offered a one-year extension to the New START treaty, raising questions over whether this is a genuine diplomatic move or a calculated pressure tactic.

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