Elon Musk, right-wing media personalities post unverified claims about cannibalism in Haiti
The US State Department and non-profit organisations said they had no credible information regarding the claims
Michelle Del Rey
3 hours ago
Elon Musk and other right-wing influencers are being accused of spreading disinformation about Haiti, claiming that some of the country’s citizens are engaging in cannibalism as civil unrest persists.
Earlier this week, Mr Musk posted an unverified video to his social media platform X, which showed unsubstantiated claims of cannibalism in Haiti. The social media company took down the video after it became clear that the claims could not be confirmed and likely stemmed from disinformation. The Independent reached out to X for comment.
Despite the lack of verification, other prominent right-wing individuals were posting the allegations as well.
Ian Miles Cheong took to X to write about how cannibal gangs in Hait allegedly abduct and eat people. After an NBC News article about the claims was published stating the allegations were unsubstantiated, Mr Cheong appeared to continue posting the claims.
“The Haitian Barbecue is the only potluck where all your enemies are very much invited to attend as part of the meal,” he wrote in one post. “Never ask the chef what Haitian barbecue sauce is made of,” he said in another.
More:
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/cannibalism-haiti-crisis-b2512912.html
Ian Miles Cheong