Charity Staff Face Death Threats After Elon Musk Shares Controversial Video
Elon Musk’s post about a school video has led to serious threats against charity staff in Wales
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Cardiff: So, here’s the scoop. The head of the Welsh Refugee Council, Andrea Cleaver, has been dealing with some serious harassment lately. It all kicked off when Elon Musk shared a post that twisted a video made by schoolgirls. The video was meant to show how welcoming Wales is to refugees, but Musk’s post suggested something way more sinister.
The video was a school project from 2023, where kids talked about why they think Wales is a great place for refugees. They even highlighted the support offered by the Welsh Refugee Council, like English classes and help with housing. But Musk’s post claimed the charity was using these young girls to lure migrants to the UK, and it went viral, racking up over 5.7 million views.
Since Musk’s tweet, Cleaver said her team has faced threats and harassment. They’ve had to work closely with the police to report hate crimes and ensure everyone’s safety. It’s pretty alarming when you think about it. They’ve received messages that are downright scary, with people saying things like, “We know where you live.”
Cleaver explained that the video was never meant to be an advertisement. It was just a way for the kids to express their views on refugees. After the backlash from far-right groups when it was first shared, the video was taken down. But now, it’s back in the spotlight, and the charity is feeling the heat.
Some politicians are also weighing in. Former Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies accused the charity of using kids for propaganda. He’s not holding back, saying it’s inappropriate for political groups to involve schoolchildren in this way. Cleaver responded, saying that the video was about inclusion and community, not propaganda.
She’s urging politicians to fact-check before they post, as their words can really stir up trouble. The Welsh Government has also stepped in, calling the claims about the video “untrue and utterly irresponsible.” It’s a wild situation, and it’s clear that the fallout from Musk’s tweet is far from over.