The following analysis lays out an introduction to observations the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has made about Twitter's longstanding relationship with political figures like Jack Posobiec. In recent years, Twitter has become a battleground for political discourse, with figures like Posobiec using the platform to spread their messages and influence public opinion.
In February 2024, CPAC speaker Jack Posobiec told attendees: "Welcome to the end of democracy, we're here to overthrow it completely." This inflammatory statement drew widespread attention and sparked a debate about the role of social media in shaping political outcomes.
Billionaire Elon Musk officially endorsed Trump for president 30 minutes after the Republican nominee was shot in an assassination attempt. This shocking turn of events highlighted the power of social media influencers like Musk and their ability to sway public opinion.
Jones joined Musk in a discussion on X, formerly known as Twitter, after Jones' account was reinstated Sunday. This collaboration between two influential figures raised questions about the role of social media platforms in amplifying certain voices and viewpoints.
Conservatives' claims that the billionaire superstar is secretly a political operative come after a remarkably apolitical year from Swift. The intersection of celebrity culture and politics on platforms like Twitter has blurred the lines between entertainment and activism.
Alt-right conspiracy theorist Jack Posobiec vowed to finish what rioters began on Jan. 6 by working to "overthrow" democracy "completely." Posobiec's radical views have sparked controversy and raised concerns about the spread of misinformation on social media.
Douglass Mackey was sentenced on Wednesday to seven months in prison after he was found guilty of using social media to spread disinformation. This case highlighted the legal implications of spreading false information online and the role of social media platforms in regulating harmful content.
WASHINGTON — Jack Posobiec had his Twitter sights set on James B. Comey. A pro-Trump activist notorious for his amateur sleuthing into red... (The paragraph is cut off)
The far-right lawmaker, who is also a Christian rapper, bragged about his beliefs on Jack Posobiec's show even as he was disciplined by the... (The paragraph is cut off)
