In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has concluded his legal battle with Twitter, now known as X, over his ban from the platform. This marks the end of a long-standing lawsuit that Trump initiated after Twitter banned him in the wake of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots. While the lawsuit reached a settlement in January, the details of the agreement between Trump and X remain undisclosed. Both parties have agreed to bear their own costs, signaling an end to a contentious chapter in Trump's social media journey.
The lawsuit saga began when Trump filed a suit against Twitter, challenging his removal from the platform following the insurrection by his supporters at the U.S. Capitol. A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit in 2022; however, Trump's legal team continued to appeal this decision. The settlement in January finally closed the case, with no further details released about the terms agreed upon with X.
In a related development, Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, agreed to pay $25 million to settle a similar lawsuit concerning Trump's ban from these platforms. This settlement underscores the broader implications of social media bans on high-profile figures and the legal complexities surrounding them.
Despite the reinstatement of Trump's account on several platforms, including Facebook and Twitter, he continues to favor Truth Social for his social media engagement. Truth Social is owned by Trump Media & Technology Group and has become his primary outlet for communication with his followers.
Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter added another layer to this evolving story. After purchasing the platform, Musk reinstated Trump's account, marking a significant shift in the social media landscape. However, Trump's presence on Twitter remains limited as he chooses to remain active on Truth Social instead.
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