User Exodus Hits X After Election Result

Following Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, social media platform X (formerly Twitter) experienced its largest user exodus since Elon Musk's acquisition, with over 115,000 U.S. users deactivating their accounts in one day. Users are migrating primarily to alternatives like Bluesky, which has doubled its user base to 15 million, as well as emerging platforms such as Sez.us. Prominent figures, including journalists and celebrities, have abandoned X, citing Musk's controversial influence and the platform's increasingly toxic environment. Reports indicate rising incidences of misogynistic language and a shift towards echo chambers supportive of Trump, prompting many users to seek safer online spaces. The Guardian has also announced it will cease posting on X due to concerns over Musk's role in political discourse. Analysts suggest that these trends may threaten X's viability as a neutral platform and could lead to its transformation into a more partisan space.