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Elon Musk takes legal action against German broadcaster ZDF

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Elon Musk has issued a cease and desist letter to ZDF for defamation.
ZDF previously reported Musk had called for a 'witch hunt' against migrants, which he denies.
The broadcaster acknowledged that their wording was inaccurate and misleading.
ZDF has since revised the report in question.
Musk emphasizes he will not tolerate deliberate misinformation.

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Elon Musk has initiated legal action against the German public broadcaster ZDF, alleging defamation in connection with a report on the recent riots in Belfast. Musk's lawyer has sent a "cease and desist" letter demanding the retraction of statements that purportedly misrepresented his comments, including an accusation that he called for a "hunt for migrants." Musk described the broadcaster's portrayal as "outrageous lies" and emphasized his commitment to challenge what he views as deliberate misinformation.

In response to Musk's legal challenge, ZDF acknowledged that the wording in the disputed report was inaccurate and misleading. The broadcaster has since amended the report following the backlash and Musk's legal threat. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between influential public figures and media outlets, particularly concerning the accuracy and representation of their statements in the press.

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