Elon Musk calls for "criminal prosecution" of X ad boycott perpetrators

Elon Musk has called for potential criminal prosecution against those involved in an advertiser boycott on X (formerly Twitter) following a report by the House of Representatives Committee on the Judiciary. The report accused the Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM) of colluding to suppress conservative voices online, particularly after Musk acquired the platform. Musk's post on X hinted at legal action against the boycott perpetrators, with suggestions that he may target GARM next. The report also raised concerns about GARM potentially violating antitrust laws by limiting consumer choices and viewpoints. In response, GARM denied any misconduct, emphasizing its voluntary industry standards and commitment to transparency in ad placements on digital social media. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between tech platforms, advertisers, and regulatory bodies regarding content moderation and market influence.