You’re not alone; this is happening everywhere. The big tech companies have coordinated to hide, block, and remove content that criticizes Donald Trump. It’s possible that this article is available to everyone, but it may not appear on major search engines. If that’s the case, my theory is correct.
It all started when Trump announced his foreign policy involving Panama, Greenland, Mexico, and Canada. My hands were itching to write and vent on social media, criticizing the elected president of the United States. I remember commenting on YouTube, calling him authoritarian and a “dictator.” When I later checked the comments from another account where I had posted this, the comment was simply hidden and only visible when logged into the account from which I made the post.
On Facebook, weapons are sold, digital lynching is allowed, and harmful content is constantly shared, yet the hashtag #Trump undergoes special scrutiny. If it doesn’t meet some unknown requirement, it will stay there, but it won’t be visible unless the content goes viral on a page with many followers who are reacting and commenting.
Forget about openly criticizing figures like Trump or Elon Musk on the social media platform X, because your post likely won’t appear in other users’ feeds. Though technically not removed, the algorithm seems designed to minimize its reach, significantly limiting the visibility of critical content. In the case of trending news, the system has no choice but to show it, but even then, it can be deliberately suppressed if Musk or his team believe the content is unfavorable or goes against their vision.
The situation becomes even more concerning in political contexts, especially in countries undergoing electoral climates. The social media platform X is being strategically used to promote far-right candidates, amplifying their messages and ensuring greater visibility. Meanwhile, voices from other political parties that don’t align with Musk’s ideology or interests may be silenced or pushed to the background.
It’s truly disappointing and shameful how YouTube’s algorithm started showing me channels filled with far-right Trump supporters and conspiracy theorists just days after the election. The purpose, I don’t know. Forget about commenting or voicing any opposition—your content simply won’t be shown. I’ve tried.
On TikTok, the algorithm’s handling of political content remains a mystery, but one thing is clear: the platform can be incredibly toxic even with non-political content. The level of engagement it generates with trivial material is already concerning; now, imagine the impact of excessive exposure to carefully curated political content—it could become nothing short of a mass brainwashing campaign.
The fact that Trump is seeking to overturn the ban on TikTok in the United States is a clear indication that this platform is seen as a powerful tool for mass influence. Additionally, rumors that Elon Musk might be interested in acquiring TikTok represent a monumental challenge to media control and the dissemination of information. If this were to happen, it would mark an unprecedented concentration of algorithmic power in the hands of a single individual. Musk already controls X (formerly Twitter), a platform with vast reach. Adding TikTok to his portfolio would not only consolidate his influence but also give him unparalleled control over the global narrative.
As the updated adage goes: “Who controls the algorithm controls the truth.” This should be a wake-up call for anyone who values free expression and diversity of opinion. In a world where algorithms dictate what is visible and what isn’t, our perception of reality is, more than ever, in the hands of those who manage these platforms.
It’s incredible how much can change in just a few years. Facebook, Twitter, and other major social networks, which once imposed bans on Trump’s accounts for inciting violence and hatred, are now the same platforms that won’t allow you to have an opposing opinion. Mark Zuckerberg’s decision to remove fact-checkers marks the rise of hate and violence like never before. How much fear do these tech giants have of one man? After all, this was the straw that broke the camel’s back, and I decided to delete my Facebook account. In fact, the content recommended by this platform is already toxic enough. I can’t imagine what Zuckerberg’s social network will become once he implements his new policies.
Now, freedom of speech is in the hands of billionaires who control the media and social networks. They believe they can shape people’s thoughts with their cold algorithms, but they’re wrong. There are many other platforms that are not yet in the hands of these moguls who bow to despots like Trump. Hollywood movies have taught us that there is an external enemy lurking in the shadows, trying to destroy “the land of the free.” Yet, they fail to see that the enemies who could destroy their nation are the same ones now in charge— a massive Trojan Horse.
This article may not stand out in Google search results, but I trust that other search engines will index it, and that you, reader, can help by sharing this message about what is really happening with freedom of expression. Figures like Trump seem to believe that occupying the presidency of the United States grants them the right to act as if they own the world, issuing orders left and right without question. But this arrogance is not new; throughout history, many tyrants with similar aspirations have ended up failing, leaving behind lessons about the dangers of concentrating power in the wrong hands.
Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to defend the diversity of voices and not allow leaders, platforms, or algorithms to silence perspectives that don’t fit their control agenda. Freedom of speech is not just a right; it is the foundation on which truly democratic societies are built.
