Thierry Breton's Warning to AfD

Former European Commissioner Thierry Breton has voiced concerns over the potential influence of Elon Musk on the upcoming German elections. In a statement released on X, Breton specifically addressed Alice Weidel, the chancellor candidate for Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. He warned that her scheduled live discussion with Elon Musk on January 9 could unfairly benefit her campaign, urging adherence to EU laws on systemic platforms during elections.

German Government's Reaction

This development occurs as the German government intensifies its scrutiny of Musk's support for the AfD, which has been met with criticism. In a recent interview with Stern, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz responded to Musk's derogatory remarks by emphasizing Germany's democratic resilience. Scholz reassured the public that the election outcome would reflect the will of the German people, not the whims of an American billionaire.