Elon Musk Nominated for Sakharov Prize by Patriots Group for Defending Free Speech

Sep 20, 2024, 10:30 PM

Elon Musk has been nominated for the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Speech by the Patriots Group, the third-largest group in the European Parliament. This nomination was proposed by Thierry Mariani and accepted by all 84 MEPs representing 12 countries in the Patriots Group. The nomination recognizes Musk's efforts in defending free speech, particularly through his acquisition of Twitter, now known as X, which is up 25% year over year. Palantir Technologies Co-Founder Joe Lonsdale praised Musk, stating that his actions are crucial for saving Western civilization and protecting fundamental values such as free speech and property rights. The nomination highlights the ongoing importance of freedom of expression in 2024.