Coverage dated December 8, 2022 to December 9, 2022

Elon Musk responds to Elton John leaving Twitter over misinformation claims

Headline from Newsweek

John tweeted on Friday that since he's always sought to "use music to bring people together," he's leaving Twitter due to its divisive nature.

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Insider
Elton John says he's quitting Twitter: 'it saddens me to see how misinformation is now being used to divide our world' (opens Insider)
Published Dec 8, 2022
Insider's feed description
Elton John is the latest celebrity to say he's leaving Twitter since Elon Musk took over, following Sara Bareilles and Shonda Rhimes.
Newsweek
Elon Musk responds to Elton John leaving Twitter over misinformation claims (opens Newsweek)
Published Dec 8, 2022
Newsweek's feed description
John tweeted on Friday that since he's always sought to "use music to bring people together," he's leaving Twitter due to its divisive nature.
The Guardian
Elton John quits Twitter over change that ‘allows misinformation to flourish’ (opens The Guardian)
Published Dec 8, 2022
The Guardian's feed description
Musician’s comments come after Elon Musk said he would grant ‘general amnesty’ for suspended accounts
The Daily Caller
ROCKET MAN: Elon Musk Responds To Elton John As The Singer Announces He’s Leaving Twitter (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Dec 8, 2022
The Daily Caller's feed description
Twitter CEO Elon Musk responded to music legend Elton John's announcement that he is departing Twitter over alleged misinformation.
CBS News
Elton John announced he is leaving Twitter over misinformation – and Elon Musk has responded (opens CBS News)
Published Dec 8, 2022
CBS News's feed description
"It saddens me to see how misinformation is now being used to divide our world," the award-winning artist posted.
Breitbart News
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road: Elton John Leaves Twitter Citing Misinformation Dividing the World (opens Breitbart News)
Published Dec 8, 2022
Breitbart News's feed description
Pop icon Sir Elton John announced Friday he is leaving Twitter citing concerns about misinformation and the social media platform's direction under new owner Elon Musk.
Forbes
Elton John Leaves Twitter: These Are All The Celebrities Departing After Elon Musk’s Takeover (opens Forbes)
Published Dec 8, 2022
Forbes's feed description
A handful of stars have left the platform since Elon Musk’s controversial $44 billion purchase of the company.
Fox News
Elton John leaves Twitter, citing concerns 'misinformation' will 'flourish' under Musk (opens Fox News)
Published Dec 9, 2022
Fox News's feed description
Elton John announced Friday he was leaving Twitter, citing concerns about "misinformation" spreading after Elon Musk took over the social media platform.
Washington Examiner
Musk encourages Elton John to stay on Twitter after star announced departure (opens Washington Examiner)
Published Dec 9, 2022
Washington Examiner's feed description
Twitter CEO Elon Musk urged British pop star Elton John on Friday to stay on Twitter after the "Rocket Man" released a statement announcing that he was quitting due to the platform allowing "misinformation to flourish unchecked."
BizPac Review
Elton John joins rash of liberals leaving Twitter as Elon Musk challenges his reasons (opens BizPac Review)
Published Dec 9, 2022
BizPac Review's feed description
Elton John "saddened" by "misinformation" on Twitter announced his departure leading to immediate backlash.

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