Conspiracy theories about the 2024 election are spreading in left-wing online spaces, echoing tactics previously associated with the right.

Claims that Elon Musk’s Starlink was used to manipulate vote counts went viral, despite the election systems not being connected to the internet. Platforms like TikTok and X have removed some misinformation, but hashtags like “#TrumpCheated” and “#Recount2024” continue to trend.

While such rhetoric lacks the organized media and political infrastructure seen on the right, it highlights a growing distrust of electoral systems across the political spectrum. Experts warn that these narratives, while less prominent on the left, could erode trust in democracy.

Authorities, including CISA and the FBI, have denied these claims, stressing the integrity of the election process.

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