The Guardian Exits Elon Musk's 'Toxic' X, Citing Threat to Journalism

In a bold move as concerns escalate over misinformation and political manipulation, The Guardian has declared it will no longer utilize X, which has been reshaped under Elon Musk's ownership. The decision follows the events surrounding the recent US presidential election, where the voter backlash against misinformation highlighted the platform's increasing role in shaping public discourse.

While maintaining its ability for news-gathering and allowing users to share its articles, The Guardian described the negative aspects of X as outweighing the benefits. Among the issues cited were the prevalence of far-right rhetoric and conspiracy theories that are prevalent on the platform. Although responses on X were often aggressive, the Guardian's stance signifies a larger push in media towards ethical journalism, as evidenced by a remarkable surge in donations post-election that collected over $1.8 million in a single day. As competitors like Meta’s Threads and Bluesky gain momentum, The Guardian's exit raises questions about the future of X and whether more media organizations will follow suit.

With the evolving landscape of social media, The Guardian aims to reestablish itself as a prominent voice amidst rising concerns over the integrity of online information and the values represented in modern journalism.