“X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, will allow political ads heading into the 2024 election cycle for the first time since 2019, the company announced Tuesday. The update is the latest change, including that made to the brand name, made since billionaire Elon Musk bought the platform for $44 billion in October.” (via The Hill)
David Karpf is an associate professor in the School of Media and Public Affairs at the George Washington University. His work focuses on strategic communication practices of political associations in America, with a particular interest in Internet-related strategies. His areas of expertise include internet politics, political communication, political blogs and online organizing. Karpf has been paying particular attention to Musk’s takeover of Twitter and the changes happening under his leadership.
If you would like to speak with Prof. Karpf, please contact GW Senior Media Relations Specialist Cate Douglass at [email protected].
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