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1/13 It's amazing to see Western influencers being revealed as paid russian disinformation agents, but this is merely the tip of the iceberg. Fun fact: they all support Trump and work against Democrats. Coincidence? I don't think so! Image
2/13 TENET media and its content creators are facing scrutiny after being exposed as disinformation agents funded by russia to promote pro-russian rhetoric. Image
3/13 Tim Pool, Dave Rubin, Benny Johnson, and Lauren Southern are the influencers associated with Tenet media. The organization received $10 million to disseminate Kremlin talking points in the United States. Image
4/13 The ironic part is that the shared factor among these individuals is that they are all paid by russia to criticize Democrats and support Trump. This serves as further evidence that russia is attempting to facilitate Trump's election. Image
5/13 Many more individuals, including some close to Trump, are likely on russia's payroll while supporting him. Trump himself could potentially be a russian asset or, at the very least, an opportunistic useful idiot. Image
6/13 This is merely the tip of the iceberg. There are numerous other instances in the West. Every country has its own russian disinformation agents, and I hope many of them are exposed in the coming months. Image
7/13 German author and journalist Hubert Seipel, based in Moscow, was caught less than a year ago for accepting €600,000 in exchange for his pro-russian rhetoric. Image
8/13 Scott Ritter, an American convicted pedophile and russian disinformation agent, has reportedly terminated his collaboration with russian media today due to sanctions. He is a clear example of a russian asset in the US. Image
9/13 There are numerous other cases that require investigation. Individuals like Douglas Macgregor, who consistently echo Kremlin talking points and oppose their own country regardless of the circumstances, are among those who need to be looked into. Image
10/13 Tucker Carlson is another individual that the US is likely investigating at the moment. Those associated with TENET Media were instructed to promote his videos showcasing shopping in russia. Image
11/13 Some of these individuals are useful idiots, while many deliberately turn a blind eye, and others are genuine disinformation agents. Ultimately, the distinction is not significant. Most of them are aware, but it can be challenging to prove that they are. Image
12/13 russia seeks to exploit Western freedom of speech to create divisions within our societies and erode trust in institutions. They have been remarkably successful in this endeavor, which is why it is crucial to investigate all cases like TENET Media. Image

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Sep 15
1/11 Why is Elon Musk pushing for civil war in the US and Europe?

This thread breaks down how Musk is using his platform, wealth, and influence to amplify far-right movements, incite political violence, and undermine democracy—across continents Image
2/11 Elon Musk is pushing for civil war in the West.

He’s not just amplifying far-right voices—he’s actively inciting political violence.

And he’s doing it with the power of X, his wealth, and global influence.

This is not just reckless. He’s out of control and dangerous Image
3/11 Musk openly supports far-right movements, including the most unhinged ones.

He praises nationalist leaders and criminals, boosts far-right parties in Europe, and appears alongside extremists like Tommy Robinson.

His rhetoric is increasingly militant and conspiratorial Image
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Sep 14
1/6 Europe is already at war.

Russian drones have hit Poland, Romania, and Lithuania.

This is not just Ukraine’s fight.

The war is spreading. And it will keep spreading until Russia is stopped Image
2/6 Putin has tied his legacy and survival to the war in Ukraine.

Ukraine is not the final goal.
It is the first step.

Russia will escalate again and again unless it is defeated Image
3/6 Europe cannot just defend and wait.

Every time Russia escalates, it must pay a price.

That means long-range weapons for Ukraine, more aid, tougher sanctions, and seizing frozen Russian assets Image
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Sep 14
1/5 Elon Musk has a clear civil war fetish and is recklessly exploiting Charlie Kirk’s assassination to incite political violence before the motives are even known.

He’s openly calling for violence against Democrats and must be held accountable Image
2/5 Before a suspect was identified and with no known motive, Musk blamed Democrats, spread false claims, and fueled conspiracy theories.

While Democrat leaders condemned the killing, Musk escalated division and refused to call for calm Image
3/5 Musk also amplified far-right voices in the UK, engaging with Tommy Robinson and his supporters, a figure too extreme even for Reform UK.

He pushed coup talk and inflammatory rhetoric, using Kirk’s murder as an excuse, while the killer's motives remain unknown Image
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Sep 12
1/6 Political violence is a threat to democracy.

It exists on both sides — and it should never be accepted. But let’s be honest: calling it a “leftist problem” is dishonest.

The data shows it’s overwhelmingly a right-wing issue.

Let’s look at the facts👇 Image
2/6 Between 1990 and 2024:

🔹 Right-wing extremists responsible for ~85% of ideological killings (523 deaths)
🔹 Left-wing: ~15% (78 deaths)
🔹 From 2022–2024: 100% of extremist murders were committed by right-wing actors

Sources: CSIS, ADL, ECDB, Reuters

Ask Grok! Image
3/6 Real cases of violence against Democrats:
• Hortman murdered by man with a hit list of Democrats
• Pelosi’s husband attacked
• Trump supporter attempted to assassinate Gov. Shapiro
• Men convicted for trying to kidnap Gov. Whitmer
• Trump’s shooter? Registered Republican Image
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Sep 11
1/7 Since returning to the White House, Trump has been buying time for russia in Ukraine.

He keeps stalling while pretending to act. It’s clear he won’t pressure russia.

But that extra time will end up hurting russia more than helping it Image
2/7 This delay is a gift to Putin.

Trump isn’t just doing nothing, he’s actively helping russia by refusing to act.

But time is not on russia’s side. The longer the war lasts, the more expensive it becomes Image
3/7 russia is overpaying soldiers to keep recruitment up and compensating families of the dead.

The numbers keep rising.

The longer the war drags on, the heavier the financial and human cost Image
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Sep 11
1/5 No matter what you think of Charlie Kirk—political violence is never acceptable.

His assassination is a tragedy that will make the world worse.

It will deepen polarization, empower authoritarians like Trump, and fuel a dangerous cycle of retaliation Image
2/5 Trump, MAGA influencers, and even Elon Musk are already exploiting Kirk’s murder for political gain.

They’re using it to justify crackdowns, demonize opponents, and push the US further down an authoritarian path.

They are horrible people—just like Kirk was too Image
3/5 Kirk built his career on division, disinformation, and incitement. He called dissenters enemies, glorified guns, justified gun violence, and supported russia’s annexation of Ukraine. He spread lies to defend Putin and attack Ukraine.

I never agreed with him—and still don’t Image
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