In the aftermath of the U.S. elections, notable accounts including The Guardian, Vanguardia, and St. Pauli have exited social media platform X, citing its toxic environment under Elon Musk. Concerns revolve around increased disinformation, political manipulation, and hate speech proliferating since Musk’s takeover. Critics argue that the platform prioritizes polarizing content, leading to real-world violence and societal division. Amid this turbulence, competing platforms like Threads and Bluesky are gaining users, as dissatisfaction with X’s direction mounts. The departure of high-profile organizations raises questions about the platform’s future and its influence on public discourse.