The National Desk: Free Speech Groups Blast EU Official Who Sent Elon Musk Disinformation Warning

By Jackson Walker

The free speech advocates on Wednesday rebuked Breton for appearing to “disregard” free expression in favor of enforcing DSA.

“Your letter reflects an alarming disregard for freedom of expression,” the letter reads. “It is inconsistent with the design of the Digital Services Act (DSA) and, indeed, with the very spirit of a free and vibrant democratic culture. Your interpretation of the DSA will harm, not enhance, civic discourse, both in the European Union and globally.”

Breton’s enforcement of DSA, the letter argues, appears aimed at stifling debate amid the U.S. election cycle.

The Future of Free Speech, which signed the letter, told TND Breton’s letter presents a major threat to free speech during such a crucial time in American democracy.

“Any attempt to weaponize the DSA against legitimate discourse and political speech poses a serious risk, not only in Europe but around the world,” Senior Research Fellow Jordi Calvet-Bademunt said. “While this law aims to create a safer online environment, it is crucial that we do not compromise our fundamental rights in the process.”