Read previewAmericans think Elon Musk's X is as trustworthy as the US government. EMARKETER, a market research company owned by Business Insider's parent company, shared the survey data on Friday. AdvertisementEven fewer — only 28% of respondents — however, trusted X, the same percentage that trusted the US government. Musk's post immediately drew backlash for promoting political violence, prompting him to delete it and defend himself, calling it a "joke." The US Secret Service told Bloomberg News it is "aware" of Musk's post and is investigating the matter.

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