With the 2024 US presidential race heating up, some curious claims are making rounds on social media, suggesting that Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), has made a significant change to the platform’s iconic “like” button. As the battle for the White House intensifies between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, users on X have been buzzing with speculation about a new feature linked to the elections.
Several viral videos circulating on X show an intriguing change: when users hit the “like” button, it reportedly transforms into an animation of a ballot box. One user even posted, “I thought it was a lie, but come on, it’s real. Elon Musk has changed the like button for the United States Elections!”
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— ALCHEMIST (@alchemist93268) November 6, 2024
Other reactions followed suit, with another user exclaiming, “OMG!! Elon Musk changed the Like Button for real to Support Trump!” The posts quickly gained traction, sparking debates and widespread engagement. But despite the growing buzz, there has been no official confirmation from Musk or X about any such alteration to the platform’s functionality.
Many users, however, have disputed the viral claims, saying they haven’t noticed any changes to the like button on their feeds. Some believe that these rumors are simply a tactic to draw more engagement to posts during a pivotal moment in the race. A similar rumor emerged on October 31, when users shared images of the like button allegedly turning into a smiling pumpkin for Halloween. Again, the authenticity of this Halloween-themed feature remains unclear.
As the presidential election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump takes center stage, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Voting for what many are calling “the closest race in US history” began today, and results are expected to unfold over the next few days. While the election is drawing global attention, so too is the growing influence of social media platforms like X.
Elon Musk, who has been openly vocal in his support for Donald Trump, is making headlines not just for his business ventures but also for his political involvement. Musk has repeatedly endorsed Trump’s bid for a comeback to the White House and has even gone as far as to say that if Kamala Harris is elected president, X could be shut down, and he could face jail time. Musk’s controversial statements have only added fuel to the fire, prompting many to keep a closer eye on his actions, both on and off social media.
As the race for the presidency continues, so too does the speculation surrounding social media’s role in influencing elections. Whether or not Musk has altered the “like” button, one thing is clear: the power of platforms like X is playing a crucial role in shaping the narrative as we head toward November 2024.
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