Sat Jan 11 21:33:00 UTC 2025: ## Musk Slams EU Digital Chief as “Tyrant” Amidst Growing Tensions

**Brussels, January 12, 2025** – Elon Musk escalated his ongoing feud with European Union digital chief Thierry Breton, labeling him a “tyrant of Europe” in a series of online attacks. The tech billionaire, a vocal critic of EU digital regulations, accused Brussels of censorship and interference in elections.

The spat ignited after Breton stated in a recent interview that the EU possesses mechanisms to counteract attempts to influence elections. Musk, citing an excerpt of the interview, vehemently denied this claim, further criticizing Breton’s stance. Breton clarified that his comments referred to the enforcement of the Digital Services Act (DSA), which mandates online platforms to remove illegal content. He emphasized the EU’s commitment to upholding its laws, citing previous actions in Romania as precedent.

Musk’s recent actions have heightened concerns within the EU. His repeated insults towards European leaders and his public support for Germany’s far-right AfD party have fueled anxieties ahead of upcoming German elections. The EU’s ongoing investigation into X (formerly Twitter) for potential DSA violations, coupled with Musk’s close ties to incoming US President Donald Trump, has further complicated the situation. The EU’s response to Musk’s platform and its potential breaches of the DSA, which could result in substantial fines, remains a key point of contention. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg also recently echoed Musk’s criticisms of EU regulations. The escalating conflict underscores growing tensions between the tech giant and European authorities over the regulation of online platforms and the prevention of electoral interference.

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