Twitter has confirmed it has no plans to reinstate former President Donald Trump's account, despite Elon Musk joining its board of directors after becoming the company's largest shareholder. The social media platform stated that its policy decisions are not influenced by the board or shareholders, and that it remains committed to impartial enforcement of its rules.
Musk, who disclosed a 9.2 percent stake in Twitter on March 14, has been critical of the platform's content moderation policies, accusing it of failing to uphold free speech principles. His appointment to the board, announced on Tuesday, sent shares up over 7 percent in premarket trading and sparked speculation that he might push for changes, including the restoration of Trump's account.
However, Twitter's statement to DailyMail.com made clear that the board's role is advisory and that day-to-day operations are handled by management. Under the terms of Musk's board membership, he cannot own more than 14.9 percent of the company's stock while serving, preventing any immediate takeover.
Conservative lawmakers and social media users have urged Musk to bring back Trump, who was permanently suspended after the January 6 Capitol attack. Figures such as Rep. Lauren Boebert and Nigel Farage have publicly called for his reinstatement, but Twitter has indicated no such move is forthcoming.
