social media posts
Coverage of social media posts in the Nexus archive.
- CPI(M) removes two functionaries over social media posts critical of party’s Kerala leadership
CPI(M) has removed two functionaries for posting content on social media that criticized the party's leadership in Kerala. The action was taken against the members for their online statements opposing the Kerala leadership's stance.
- Texas education board member threatens to sue colleagues over posts calling her ‘Marxist’
A Texas education board member has threatened to sue colleagues over social media posts labeling her 'Marxist' during a debate over how history is taught. The Democratic member claims harassment, while GOP colleagues deny any bullying.
- New type of art scam? Email from a "real" artist?
A user received a suspicious email from an address using a real artist's name and professional profile, despite conflicting reports about the artist's legitimacy. The email's sophistication, including a Google profile and website, contrasts with social media claims of fraud against the artist.
- Yabloko Deputy Leader Jailed 7 Years for ‘War Fakes’
Maxim Kruglov, a former Moscow city councilman, was arrested in October for social media posts in April 2022 discussing civilian deaths after the invasion of Ukraine. He was jailed for seven years for 'war fakes'.
- Mamdani-backed socialist candidate storms out of live interview when confronted with old social media posts
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a socialist congressional candidate backed by Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America, walked out of a live radio interview after being questioned about controversial past social media posts. She won the primary election to unseat Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York's 13th Congressional District despite facing backlash over remarks on police abolition, Dominican nationalism, and pro-Palestine activism.
- DSA-backed House candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier storms out of radio interview when questioned about old social media posts
Far-left House candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier abruptly ended a radio interview and left the station when questioned about her old social media posts. The incident occurred during a La Mega radio interview where hosts pressed her on her past posts in the NY13 race. She is backed by Mamdani.
- Xenophobic violence in South Africa is state-sponsored, says Julius Malema
South African opposition leader Julius Malema accused state institutions of enabling anti-migrant violence. Social media posts revealed deep divisions over immigration amid rising xenophobic attacks and repatriations in the country.
- BROADCAST BIAS: Platner’s nomination exposes media double standards … again
Graham Platner, a Senate candidate in Maine, secured the Democrat nomination despite multiple scandals, including a Nazi tattoo, offensive social media posts, and allegations of abusive behavior. Broadcast networks initially avoided covering his controversies but later highlighted them, contrasting with their typical focus on Republican candidates. The article criticizes media coverage as biased.
- Mamdani stands by fellow socialist candidate despite resurfaced far-left, anti-American posts
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani supports Darializa Avila Chevalier, a congressional candidate, despite resurfaced social media posts from 2018 to 2022 containing anti-American, anti-Israel, and far-left rhetoric. Avila Chevalier is challenging Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York's 13th congressional district, with Mamdani defending her past statements as reflective of evolved views.
- NY-13: Mamdani stands by Avila Chevalier; fellow endorsee Lander keeps his distance
Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended his endorsement of Congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier amid scrutiny over resurfaced social media posts. Avila Chevalier acknowledged using past language she now regrets but emphasized her current focus on working-class issues in New York’s 13th Congressional District.
- New Espaillat ad attacks Mamdani-backed foe for tweets — including one ripping black, Arab men for ‘fetishizing ugly colonizer women’
Rep. Adriano Espaillat released an ad criticizing Darializa Avila Chevalier, a rival backed by Zohran Mamdani, for her deleted social media posts that included a tweet deriding Black and Arab men for 'fetishizing ugly colonizer women.' The ad highlights Chevalier's past statements as a focal point of the campaign.
- Scandal-plagued far left NY House hopeful Darializa Avila Chevalier attended anti-Israel rally — day after Oct. 7 attacks
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a New York House hopeful, attended an anti-Israel rally a day after the Oct. 7 attacks and faces criticism over controversial social media posts. The article highlights her 'unhinged bile' in the posts and 'mounting outrage' surrounding them.
- Don’t you DARE ask a Democrat about what they said more than 20 minutes ago
Darializa Avila Chevalier states she is not interested in revisiting social media posts from 2020 or 2022, which she refers to as 'the politics of the past.' The article highlights her stance on avoiding discussions about older political statements.
- Sanders weighs in on Platner: ‘I’m sure he’s not a saint’
Sen. Bernie Sanders addressed new criticism against Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate in Maine's Senate race, who faces allegations of sending sexual messages to women who are not his wife, in addition to existing controversies over social media posts and a chest tattoo resembling Nazi insignia.
- Trump and Netanyahu 'argued about each other's social media posts': New details emerge of fiery phone call where Donald warned 'It's getting harder to defend Israel's actions'
Trump and Netanyahu argued about each other's social media posts during a phone call where Trump warned 'It's getting harder to defend Israel's actions.' The conversation reportedly involved heated discussions over their respective social media content.
- We analysed thousands of Trump's posts - here's what we found
The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify analyzed thousands of U.S. President Donald Trump's social media posts to assess their content. The study focused on identifying patterns, themes, and potential misinformation in his public communications.
- As influencers rise in politics, some call for tighter regulations on payments
Influencers are becoming more prominent in politics, prompting concerns from campaign finance advocates about the influence of undisclosed sponsored social media posts on voters. Calls for stricter regulations on payments to influencers are emerging as a response to these concerns.
- Here are the GOP victims of Trump’s retribution campaign
President Trump has actively targeted GOP lawmakers perceived as disloyal, using primary challenges and aggressive social media attacks to influence the November midterms, despite opposition from congressional leadership.
- Home Office civil servant overseeing Rwanda deportations is standing for the Green Party - and he's under investigation over social media posts laughing at October 7 attacks
A UK Home Office civil servant overseeing Rwanda deportations is running for the Green Party while under investigation for social media posts that appeared to mock the October 7 attacks. The individual's dual role in immigration policy and political candidacy has drawn scrutiny amid the ongoing probe.
- Marriage secrets that rocked acupuncturist's world just days before she allegedly murdered her two children inside $1.5m mansion... as her gloating posts are revealed
An acupuncturist allegedly murdered her two children in a $1.5 million mansion days after marital secrets emerged, with her gloating social media posts later revealed. The case has drawn attention due to the affluent setting and the shocking nature of the crime.
- Litecoin Rewrites Transaction History After Exploit, Apologizes for Social Posts
Litecoin experienced a bug this weekend allowing an attacker to transfer digital assets, which were later removed. The project apologized for social media posts related to the incident.
- US-Kuwaiti journalist held in Kuwait over social media posts acquitted, lawyers say
A US-Kuwaiti journalist, Ahmed Shihab-Eldin, was acquitted in Kuwait after facing charges of spreading false information for re-posting images related to the Iran war. His lawyers confirmed the acquittal, highlighting the case's connection to social media content.
- US-Kuwaiti journalist held in Kuwait over social media posts acquitted, lawyers say
Ahmed Shihab-Eldin, a US-Kuwaiti journalist, was acquitted in Kuwait after facing charges of spreading false information related to reposting images about the Iran war. Lawyers confirmed his release following the court's decision.
- Democrat demands RFK Jr. insist on Trump mental fitness test, invoke 25th Amendment
Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) questioned HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during a House hearing about President Trump's mental fitness, citing recent social media posts and urging the invocation of the 25th Amendment. The exchange occurred amid a budget discussion for the Department of Health and Human Services.