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Elon Musk Calls for Abolition of European Union, Citing Sovereignty Concerns

Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and owner of the social media platform X, has publicly called for the dissolution of the European Union, arguing that power should be returned to individual member states.

In a post on X on Saturday, Musk stated: "The EU should be abolished and sovereignty returned to individual countries so that governments can better represent their people." The provocative statement did not include further elaboration or a detailed policy proposal.

Context: Ongoing Friction with EU Regulation

Musk's remarks are the latest in a series of public criticisms he has directed at the European Union, primarily focusing on its regulatory approach to technology and digital platforms. The relationship has been notably strained over the past year.

*   Content Moderation and "DSA" Fines: In July 2024, the European Commission levied its first major financial penalty under the Digital Services Act (DSA) against X, fining the platform €40 million for failing to adequately address the spread of illegal content and disinformation. A Commission spokesperson stated the fine was for "failing to comply with the DSA in several linked areas," emphasizing that all platforms must follow EU law.
*   AI Act and "Over-Regulation": Musk has also been a vocal critic of the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act, one of the world's first comprehensive AI laws. He has repeatedly argued that the bloc's regulatory framework stifles innovation. In September 2024, he labeled the EU an "overregulating nanny state," claiming its rules would "kill AI development" in Europe.

Broader EU Debates on Sovereignty

The statement taps into active and long-standing political debates within Europe concerning national sovereignty, immigration policy, and economic governance. These issues have frequently created tension between EU institutions in Brussels and member state governments, particularly those with more eurosceptic leanings.

As of Saturday evening, there was no immediate official response to Musk's comments from the European Commission or senior EU leaders.


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