X Faces Backlash as Influencers Highlight Questionable Account Origins

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A viral post by political influencer Micah Erfan showcased dozens of MAGA-aligned accounts listed as operating from countries far outside the U.S. Some have large followings, but tech analysts warn the new feature may be unreliable. While X frames the rollout as an integrity upgrade, critics argue it’s already producing misleading assumptions about foreign interference.

[Nahid Hossen]

Transparency issues on X aren’t surprising anymore.

[Abdul Khan]

Influencers calling it out publicly will force faster changes.