Swiss Politician Receives Death Threats Over Musk’s X Criticism

Swiss Politician Meret Schneider Faces Death Threats After Criticizing Elon Musk’s X

Meret Schneider, a Swiss National Council member from the Green Party, is facing backlash and death threats after criticizing social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok, for promoting extreme views. In a recent interview with Tagesanzeiger, Schneider called for stronger regulation of these platforms, arguing that their unchecked influence was undermining democracy. She pointed to the German election campaign as an example, claiming that platforms like X were amplifying far-right content, particularly from groups like the Alternative for Germany (AfD), while suppressing opposing views. Schneider also warned that the unchecked spread of extreme content on social media could pose a similar threat to Switzerland's upcoming elections. She suggested tha

t, if necessary, platforms like X or TikTok should be blocked to protect democratic integrity. Her comments sparked widespread outrage, particularly after Roger Köppel, the editor of the Swiss weekly Die Weltwoche, posted a screenshot of the Tagesanzeiger article on X, further fueling the controversy. The post went viral, and Schneider soon found herself the target of intense online abuse.

In the wake of the online backlash, Schneider received multiple anonymous threats, including a chilling phone call in which a male voice threatened her life, saying, "We will kill you, trust me." She later accused Köppel of exacerbating the situation by amplifying her comments to his followers, which she believes led to the wave of hate she has received. Schneider revealed that the attacks were no longer confined to German-speaking countries; she was now facing anger from online communities in the United States and Russia, with many of the hate messages featuring hashtags like "Make America Great Again," "Free Speech," and “Elon Musk Will Save Us.” Schneider has maintained that she will not back down from calling for social media reform, despite the threats and harassment. She continues to advocate for a more responsible approach to managing digital platforms, stressing that the unchecked spread of disinformation and extreme content threatens the fabric of democratic society worldwide.Who is 

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Meret Schneider, a prominent Swiss politician and member of the National Council, has recently garnered attention for her outspoken criticism of social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok. As a member of the Green Party, Schneider has long advocated for policies focused on environmental sustainability and social issues, but her latest remarks on digital governance have sparked intense controversy. In an interview with Swiss German-language newspaper Tagesanzeiger, Schneider expressed her concerns about the influence of social media platforms on political discourse. She emphasized that these platforms, in her view, often prioritize extreme viewpoints and contribute to the suppression of opposing voices. Schneider highlighted how the social media environment, especially during election campaigns like in Germany, poses a significant threat to democracy, claiming that platforms push content supporting far-right political groups, such as the Alternative for Germany (AfD), while censoring opposing perspectives.

Schneider called for immediate regulation of social media, suggesting that stricter control mechanisms should be implemented to prevent further manipulation of the democratic process. She even mentioned that, if necessary, platforms like X, Facebook, and TikTok might need to be blocked in order to safeguard electoral integrity in Switzerland and beyond. However, her statements have led to significant backlash. Roger Köppel, editor of the Swiss weekly Die Weltwoche, shared a screenshot of the Tagesanzeiger article that featured Schneider’s comments, which quickly went viral on X. The post fueled outrage, and soon after, Schneider began receiving threatening phone calls, including one in which a male voice ominously declared, "We will kill you, trust me." These threats were reportedly tied to the backlash sparked by her criticism of social media platforms, particularly X, which is owned by Elon Musk.

Schneider has expressed that these threats are a direct result of Köppel amplifying her statements to his audience, which she claims has led to hate from both American and Russian users on social media. Many of the online attacks directed at her include hashtags like "Make America Great Again" and "Elon Musk Will Save Us," reflecting the polarized nature of the debate over social media regulation. As a result of the heated controversy surrounding her comments, Schneider now faces increased hostility from both sides of the political spectrum, prompting broader discussions about the regulation of social media and its potential impact on freedom of expression.

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