Reddit has taken down a user comment that stated intentions to bring a gun to a protest in Washington, D.C., citing violations of its policies against posting violent threats. The comment, which included a declaration of organizing a group while packing a firearm, sparked significant concern after being shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, by Elon Musk.
The deleted exchange raised alarms as it appeared amidst a wave of protests against the Trump administration, with groups emphasizing a commitment to peaceful demonstrations. Reddit’s representative reiterated the platform’s principles of promoting healthy debate while maintaining a strict ban on content that encourages violence or physical harm, highlighting the ongoing tension in the political landscape.
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