X suspends 'White Dudes for Harris' account after fundraiser

Elon Musk's social media platform X suspended the account "White Dudes for Harris" shortly after a significant fundraising event that raised over $4 million for Vice President Kamala Harris. The account, which aimed to mobilize White male voters for Harris, was reinstated the following morning after being suspended due to a user report claiming it violated rules against evading suspension. Organizer Ross Morales Rocketto expressed confusion over the suspension, noting that the event had been positive and well-received. The incident has raised concerns among Democrats about Musk's potential influence on the platform during the election cycle, especially as he has publicly endorsed Donald Trump. The suspension occurred amid a backdrop of previous issues with accounts associated with the Harris campaign, including reports of users being unable to follow the official campaign account after Biden's withdrawal from the race. This has prompted calls for investigations into possible censorship on the platform. Musk's acquisition of X in 2022 has led to significant changes, including a more lenient approach to content moderation, which some believe could disproportionately benefit Trump. Experts have voiced concerns about the implications of such influence on democratic processes, emphasizing the need for scrutiny regarding the platform's role in shaping political discourse.