Tesla CEO Elon Musk has successfully purchased Twitter for $44 billion. The deal will give the world's richest person control of the social media platform populated by millions of users and global leaders.

Now that the Tesla CEO&nbsp;has purchased Twitter, the US government has expressed some concerns.

During a Monday press briefing, the White House said that US President Joe Biden was concerned about the power that large social media outlets hold.

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Dismissing that this concern had anything to do with the billionaire, spokesperson Jen Psaki said the White House would not comment on an individual transaction.

"Our concerns are not new," said Psaki.

"No matter who owns or runs Twitter, the President has long been concerned about the power of large social media platforms, that power they have over our everyday lives."

She added that Biden "has long argued that tech platforms must be held accountable for the harm they cause."&nbsp;

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Just a few hours ago on Monday, Musk successfully clinched a deal to purchase micro-blogging site Twitter for $44 billion.&nbsp;

His takeover of Twitter is the culmination of a whirlwind of announcements and counter-announcements, punctuated by gleefully fired punches at the company, that too on its own platform.

Musk's new character as a social media tyrant is sure to stoke a debate over his political leanings, corporate practices, and outsized personality.

Even as he touts himself as an advocate of free speech, he is known to be libertarian, anti-woke, and impulsive. His critics describe him as autocratic and bullying.

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Officials in the Biden administration believe that more vigilance will help to avoid the spread of misleading information about political concerns and the COVID-19 epidemic.

According to Psaki, the White House continues to push for the repeal of Section 230, a rule that protects online corporations from liability for user-submitted content, as well as more anti-trust and transparency enforcement against digital giants.

"We engage regularly with all social media platforms about steps that can be taken," Psaki added. "That has continued, and I'm sure will continue, but there are also reforms that we think Congress could take."

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has successfully purchased Twitter for $44 billion. The deal will give the world's richest person control of the social media platform populated by millions of users and global leaders.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has successfully purchased Twitter for $44 billion. The deal will give the world's richest person control of the social media platform populated by millions of users and global leaders. Now that the Tesla CEO has purchased Twitter, the US government has expressed some concerns. During a Monday press briefing, the White House said that US President Joe Biden was concerned about the power that large social media outlets hold. Also read | WION explains: The Elon Musk-Twitter controversy Dismissing that this concern had anything to do with the billionaire, spokesperson Jen Psaki said the White House would not comment on an individual transaction. "Our concerns are not new," said Psaki. "No matter who owns or runs Twitter, the President has long been concerned about the power of large social media platforms, that power they have over our everyday lives." She added that Biden "has long argued that tech platforms must be held accountable for the harm they cause." Watch | Elon Musk's mission Twitter: Musk to seal the deal with Twitter? Twitter shares jump over 3% Just a few hours ago on Monday, Musk successfully clinched a deal to purchase micro-blogging site Twitter for $44 billion. His takeover of Twitter is the culmination of a whirlwind of announcements and counter-announcements, punctuated by gleefully fired punches at the company, that too on its own platform. Musk's new character as a social media tyrant is sure to stoke a debate over his political leanings, corporate practices, and outsized personality. Even as he touts himself as an advocate of free speech, he is known to be libertarian, anti-woke, and impulsive. His critics describe him as autocratic and bullying. Also read | 'That is what free speech means': Elon Musk's appeal to 'worst critics' as he nears deal with Twitter Officials in the Biden administration believe that more vigilance will help to avoid the spread of misleading information about political concerns and the COVID-19 epidemic. According to Psaki, the White House continues to push for the repeal of Section 230, a rule that protects online corporations from liability for user-submitted content, as well as more anti-trust and transparency enforcement against digital giants. "We engage regularly with all social media platforms about steps that can be taken," Psaki added. "That has continued, and I'm sure will continue, but there are also reforms that we think Congress could take." Watch WION, Live: (With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk takes over Twitter: White House says concerned over 'power of large social media platforms'

It was nothing short of a charade.

The parade of questions by western media journalists at the recent White House briefing exposed their agenda: thirsting for Ukraine to fight a war with invading troops of Russia, with zero boots on ground from the US or European countries.

It was as if the journalists, men and women, were schooled by some larger, unknown handler to go and ask the same question, over and over again with different phrasing, to White House press secretary Jen Psaki.

Look at this video for evidence:

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Reporters asked Press Secretary Jen Psaki why the administration isn't doing more to arm Ukraine. The Intercept's <a href="https://twitter.com/ryangrim?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RyanGrim</a> asked what the U.S. is doing to push for peaceful negotiations. <a href="https://t.co/8G9DMpNvqb">https://t.co/8G9DMpNvqb</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZHqGryRYHf">pic.twitter.com/ZHqGryRYHf</a>
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Ever since the Russian invasion, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has been receiving an outpouring of support from across the world, especially the West.

On February 24, Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in order to overthrow the Zelensky regime, which the Kremlin believes harbours “Nazi ideology”.

The war, one of the biggest in Europe since 1945, has claimed thousands of lives and triggered a mass exodus of Ukrainians to neighbouring countries.

As expected, the war drew wide condemnation from all around the world. While US, UK and EU imposed tough economic sanctions on Russia, there are other countries like India, which reminded that the path of dialogue and diplomacy is the only way forward to resolve the issue.

As one of the biggest humanitarian crises unfolds, the press briefing of Jen Psaki, on Tuesday witnessed one of the unruly sides of the western media, a day ahead of Zelensky’s address to the US Congress.

The reporters repeatedly asked why the Biden administration isn’t doing more to provide military support to Ukraine.

One reporter asked, “Zelensky and other Ukrainian officials have made clear that what they believe they need the most—more warplanes and fighter jets. So, why is the US assessing something different?”

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Another wanted to know whether the Biden administration will supply more weapons to Ukraine.

“President Zelensky will be speaking to Congress tomorrow. He has been pushing for fighter jets and a no-fly zone. We expect to hear the same requests tomorrow as well. Has the administration’s thinking shifted on that at all?”

A video of the press briefing was shared on Twitter by US-based The Intercept news organisation. Many users slammed the reporters for fanning the flames of war.

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"The link between MSM media and the U.S. war machine couldn't be clearer. While most journalists insist on pressing for an escalation,@ryangrim&nbsp;asked Jen Psaki about Zelensky's other request: can the U.S. be more involved in negotiations toward a peaceful resolution to the war?" a user wrote, referring to a journalist from The Intercept, whose question was more about peace.

Another user commented, "Most media is pushing for more military escalation. Glad someone asks about negotiations"

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It is evident from the sort of questions asked that the western media was repeatedly peddling motivated and agenda-driven questions surrounding the conflict instead of raising genuine questions on what is being done to de-escalate the tensions.

It was nothing short of a charade. The parade of questions by western media journalists at the recent White House briefing exposed their agenda: thirsting for Ukraine to fight a war with invading troops of Russia, with zero boots on ground from the US or European countries.

It was nothing short of a charade. The parade of questions by western media journalists at the recent White House briefing exposed their agenda: thirsting for Ukraine to fight a war with invading troops of Russia, with zero boots on ground from the US or European countries. It was as if the journalists, men and women, were schooled by some larger, unknown handler to go and ask the same question, over and over again with different phrasing, to White House press secretary Jen Psaki. Look at this video for evidence: Reporters asked Press Secretary Jen Psaki why the administration isn't doing more to arm Ukraine. The Intercept's @RyanGrim asked what the U.S. is doing to push for peaceful negotiations. https://t.co/8G9DMpNvqb pic.twitter.com/ZHqGryRYHf — The Intercept (@theintercept) March 16, 2022 × Ever since the Russian invasion, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has been receiving an outpouring of support from across the world, especially the West. On February 24, Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in order to overthrow the Zelensky regime, which the Kremlin believes harbours “Nazi ideology”. The war, one of the biggest in Europe since 1945, has claimed thousands of lives and triggered a mass exodus of Ukrainians to neighbouring countries. As expected, the war drew wide condemnation from all around the world. While US, UK and EU imposed tough economic sanctions on Russia, there are other countries like India, which reminded that the path of dialogue and diplomacy is the only way forward to resolve the issue. As one of the biggest humanitarian crises unfolds, the press briefing of Jen Psaki, on Tuesday witnessed one of the unruly sides of the western media, a day ahead of Zelensky’s address to the US Congress. The reporters repeatedly asked why the Biden administration isn’t doing more to provide military support to Ukraine. One reporter asked, “Zelensky and other Ukrainian officials have made clear that what they believe they need the most—more warplanes and fighter jets. So, why is the US assessing something different?” Also read | ‘Struggling’ Russia deploying more reinforcements into Ukraine: UK intel Another wanted to know whether the Biden administration will supply more weapons to Ukraine. “President Zelensky will be speaking to Congress tomorrow. He has been pushing for fighter jets and a no-fly zone. We expect to hear the same requests tomorrow as well. Has the administration’s thinking shifted on that at all?” A video of the press briefing was shared on Twitter by US-based The Intercept news organisation. Many users slammed the reporters for fanning the flames of war. Because Putin's said he'll attack those ships carrying arms maybe? Wonder why some of these questioners are masked. https://t.co/o7zERDM8Dd — Ramola D: Writer & Journalist (@SatyaCovertCAS) March 16, 2022 × "The link between MSM media and the U.S. war machine couldn't be clearer. While most journalists insist on pressing for an escalation,@ryangrim asked Jen Psaki about Zelensky's other request: can the U.S. be more involved in negotiations toward a peaceful resolution to the war?" a user wrote, referring to a journalist from The Intercept, whose question was more about peace. Another user commented, "Most media is pushing for more military escalation. Glad someone asks about negotiations" Also read | Amid calls for its expulsion, Russia announces 'Ruxit' from Council of Europe It is evident from the sort of questions asked that the western media was repeatedly peddling motivated and agenda-driven questions surrounding the conflict instead of raising genuine questions on what is being done to de-escalate the tensions.

'Give Ukraine weapons': Is the western press asking same, agenda-driven, motivated questions?

Psaki said the Pakistani court’s actions underscored the administration’s commitment to secure justice for Pearl’s family.

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