
The European Union is demanding Elon Musk’s X platform disclose internal data on its content moderation and algorithmic processes. This comes after Musk’s public endorsement of Germany’s Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which has gained significant support ahead of the upcoming national election.
EU regulators, citing concerns over potential violations of the Digital Services Act (DSA), have ordered X to submit detailed documentation by February 15. The DSA, implemented in 2022, allows the EU to regulate digital platforms, targeting so-called misinformation and illegal content.
Musk recently hosted an interview with AfD co-leader Alice Weidel on X, drawing in hundreds of thousands of viewers. European officials claim the platform may be giving preferential visibility to opposition voices, further intensifying scrutiny of X’s recommendation systems.
Henna Virkkunen, the European Commission’s digital commissioner, stated that all platforms operating within the EU must comply with its regulations. She warned that X could face substantial financial penalties if it fails to meet the commission’s demands.
Musk has accused the EU of attempting to silence dissent by targeting X with regulatory pressure. He has argued that the platform promotes free speech and transparency without favoring any particular political ideology.
In addition to requesting algorithmic data, the EU has issued an order requiring X to retain operational records throughout the remainder of the year unless the investigation concludes sooner.