The Starlink Election Conspiracy: How Elon Musk Is Dragging Democracy into the Digital Crossfire

A viral conspiracy theory claims Elon Musk's Starlink satellites manipulated the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, fueled by a TikTok video. Despite Starlink's limited role in providing connectivity, the narrative gained traction, driven by social media influencers and a 2,200% increase in related posts. This mirrors past conspiracies, raising concerns about public trust in elections and the dangerous interplay of misinformation and political polarization.