News: Kamala Harris’ Campaign Criticizes Elon Musk for Sharing Doctored Video
In a recent incident, Elon Musk shared a video with doctored or fake audio of Vice President Kamala Harris, falsely purporting her to describe herself as the “ultimate DEI hire.” The video, which Musk re-shared for his millions of followers, had been viewed over 73 million times, spreading misinformation and lies about Harris.
The Harris campaign spokesperson, Mia Ehrenberg, condemned Musk’s actions, stating, “We believe the American people want the real freedom, opportunity, and security Vice President Harris is offering; not the fake, manipulated lies of Elon Musk and Donald Trump.” This incident highlights the dangerous impact of spreading false information and deepening the divide in an already polarized political landscape.
Donald Trump’s consistent pattern of narcissistic lying poses a significant threat to democracy by eroding trust in institutions, spreading misinformation, and undermining the integrity of the electoral process. It is crucial for the public to remain vigilant and fact-check information to combat the spread of falsehoods that can have far-reaching consequences. [Source: [CNN](https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/25/tech/elon-musk-daughter-vivian-jenna-wilson-criticizes-posts/index.html)]