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Elon Musk has supported far-right movements, politicians, and policies in at least 18 countries, promoting nationalism and deregulation.

His endorsements range from online posts to in-person meetings with leaders like Argentina’s Javier Milei and Italy’s Giorgia Meloni.

Critics warn his influence is shaping global far-right politics, despite lacking elected legitimacy. Musk’s growing role in Trump’s White House adds to concerns over his political sway.

Some foreign leaders, like France’s Emmanuel Macron, accuse him of meddling, while others embrace his backing for nationalist agendas.

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[–] [email protected] 11 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

It’s the same reason we don’t love the idea of other nations being right-wing except not backed by any kind of evidence or precedence. They’re all braindead and think that a country offering universal healthcare and taking themselves off of oil reliance is gunna turn around and be a danger to them.