Trump Administration Accused of Brazil Election Interference
🐿️ The Squirrel's Take
By backing Musk against the EU while meddling in Brazil's vote, the administration is signaling that tech giants and friendly governments get cover, not scrutiny.
💡 Why it matters
These actions could undermine democratic institutions in Latin America's largest democracy and strain transatlantic relations with the EU over tech governance.
A group of 31 Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio accusing the Trump administration of attempting to interfere with Brazil's presidential election. Separately, the administration sided with Elon Musk's companies in a dispute over EU tech.
📡 Where we spotted it (2)
The Guardian
Democratic lawmakers accuse Trump administration of interference in Brazilian elections
3h ago
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Ars Technica
Trump administration takes Musk’s side in fight over EU tech rules
3h ago
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