The X22 Report is a far-right conspiracy theory and fake news website and YouTube channel known for promoting falsehoods and misinformation about political events in the United States. It has been deplatformed from several social media sites for violating policies related to hate speech and the spread of misinformation.
The X22 Report gained notoriety for its promotion of conspiracy theories, particularly those aligned with the QAnon movement and various unfounded claims about election fraud and deep state activities. The content often included predictions and analyses that were not based on factual evidence, leading to widespread criticism from experts and fact-checkers.
As social media platforms and tech companies began to take a more active stance against misinformation and harmful content, the X22 Report faced increased scrutiny. YouTube, Twitter, and other platforms implemented policies to address the spread of conspiracy theories and misinformation, especially in the wake of events like the 2020 U.S. presidential election and the January 6 Capitol riot.
In response to these policies, the X22 Report was removed from several platforms. YouTube, for example, terminated the X22 Report channel for violating its terms of service, which include prohibitions against hate speech and the spread of false claims that could lead to real-world harm. Other platforms followed suit, citing similar reasons for the deplatforming.
The removal of the X22 Report from these platforms significantly reduced its reach and influence. However, it continues to operate through its own website and other alternative platforms that have less stringent content policies. The deplatforming has been part of a broader effort by social media companies to combat the spread of misinformation and protect the integrity of public discourse.