Elon Musk attacks Economist editor after heated interview over misinformation claims
Elon Musk called the Economist's editor Zanny Minton Beddoes a "traitor to the west" after a contentious interview where they clashed over misinformation, racism allegations, and crime statistics. The exchange highlights tensions between traditional journalism and social media figures spreading disputed claims to millions of followers. Media safety concerns intensify as vitriolic online attacks increasingly target journalists.
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Published 01 Aug 2026, 11:00 UTC · Updated 01 Aug 2026, 11:20 UTC
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