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France summons Elon Musk for voluntary interview in X probe

techApr 19, 2026638

Paris prosecutors summoned Elon Musk to a voluntary interview in Paris on April 20 as part of a judicial inquiry into X, the social platform he owns. The probe examines X's moderation and response to posts involving child sexual abuse material and whether X cooperated with French authorities. Prosecutors framed the meeting as voluntary but left open the possibility of formal charges or additional investigative measures depending on their findings.

Key Highlights

Musk is scheduled for a voluntary Paris interview on April 20.
Probe focuses on X's handling of child sexual abuse material posts.
Prosecutors said the interview could lead to formal charges or measures.
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