The U.S. Department of Justice has formally sought to join Elon Musk in contesting a €120 million ($137 million) fine levied by the European Union against his social media platform X. This fine, the first under the EU's Digital Services Act, was issued following a two-year investigation into X's compliance with online content regulations.
Assistant Attorney General Brett Shumate criticized the EU's actions, claiming they overreach by attempting to regulate American companies not operating within its jurisdiction. administration, particularly under President Trump, has previously expressed concerns that such EU regulations unfairly target American firms.
Musk, who has been politically aligned with Trump, argues that these regulations hinder technological advancement. Since Musk's acquisition of X in 2022, the platform has faced scrutiny for increased instances of hate speech and misinformation, raising questions about its adherence to the very standards the EU seeks to enforce