Mark Ruffalo Slams Musk’s X for Allowing ‘Disinformation’ After Unwittingly Posting AI Fakes of Trump
Mark Ruffalo has criticized tech giant Elon Musk and his platform X, formerly known as Twitter, for enabling the spread of disinformation. Ruffalo expressed his concerns after inadvertently sharing AI-generated fake images of former President Donald Trump with young girls on a flight to Jeffrey Epstein’s island.
The actor took to Twitter to apologize for unknowingly sharing the AI fakes and to call out Musk’s X for allowing rumors to circulate without monitoring them closely. Ruffalo’s tweet read, Sorry Folks. These images are AI fakes. The fact Trump was on Epstein’s plane and what Epstein was up to is not. Be careful. Elon’s X and his allowing so much disinformation here is driving the value of his app down by 55%.
It’s essential to note that Ruffalo’s initial tweet was a reaction to the recent revelations of the Epstein court files and Trump’s association with the convicted pedophile. Ruffalo expressed his disgust, suggesting that there might be some Republicans who consider the accusations against Trump to be excessive.
However, the investigation later revealed that the images Ruffalo shared were doctored using artificial intelligence. Musk responded to Ruffalo’s criticism by stating, He’s [Ruffalo is] not great at internalizing responsibility.
Regarding Trump’s connection to the Epstein case, it’s worth mentioning that his name was previously redacted from court documents in a lawsuit against Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s former partner. Trump has not been implicated in any wrongdoing related to Epstein.
Ruffalo’s unintentional sharing of AI-generated fake images further emphasizes the sensitivity surrounding high-profile controversies and the potential for the rapid spread of misinformation. The actor has been vocal about his political views, joining other celebrities in calling for Trump’s removal from office after the Capitol riot on January 6th.
Among the approximately 170 individuals mentioned in the recently unsealed Epstein documents, former President Trump has frequently been discussed by media and legal analysts. Some have even suggested that he could be ‘Doe 174,’ a person associated with Epstein and Maxwell. These references stem from Preska’s list, which was made public during Maxwell’s criminal trial.
In light of this incident, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of verifying information before sharing it, particularly when it involves high-profile individuals and sensitive cases. The dissemination of false content can have significant consequences, contributing to the spread of misinformation and damaging reputations.
As social media platforms continue to grapple with the challenges of disinformation, it becomes increasingly necessary for users to exercise caution and evaluate the credibility of sources before sharing information online.
