Brazilian Supreme Court Investigates Elon Musk for Disinformation and Obstruction

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The Brazilian Supreme Court is investigating Elon Musk for alleged obstruction and disinformation, as he is accused of waging a public "disinformation campaign" and obstructing justice. This is part of an investigation into a network of people spreading defamatory fake news and threats against Supreme Court justices. Musk's comments on social media platform X have led to the opening of a separate investigation. The court has warned of fines and legal consequences for disobeying its orders. This comes amid a broader crackdown on fake news and threats to Brazilian democracy, with Musk's actions drawing criticism from some and support from others.
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