Elon Musk’s Scheming Interference in Canada’s Election: Using X to Target “Anti-Invasion” PM Carney for Defeat

Canada held its parliamentary election on Monday. The victory of the Liberal Party, led by the “anti-Trump warrior” Mark Carney, will determine whether the government takes a firm stance in this “anti-American war,” refusing to yield an inch, or retreats to seek peace. Donald Trump clearly knows which outcome benefits him most. Therefore, his top enforcer, Elon Musk, has stepped in once again. Musk’s social media platform X has launched a massive “attack mode,” flooding tens of thousands of posts with covert poison arrows aimed at Carney, attempting to undermine the Liberals’ election prospects with malicious intent. Political insiders say this constitutes true “foreign interference.” Compared to this, candidate Zheng Jingji’s baseless and unsubstantiated claims of “Chinese cross-border repression” are merely clumsy campaign theatrics.

On election day, Liberal leader Carney openly opposed Trump and vowed that if elected, he would lead Canadians in determined resistance. Meanwhile, Musk’s platform X saw a flood of negative messages originating from the U.S., including fake news, sharply targeting Carney with cold arrows, clearly aiming to bring him down. The signs of American “black-hand” interference in Canada’s election are very obvious.

Compared to his opponent, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, Carney has stood firm against Trump, demonstrating remarkable courage. On the final day of campaigning, Carney passionately condemned Trump’s trade war for completely wrecking the global economy and betraying Canada. He declared that only full resistance and strong countermeasures could inflict maximum damage on the U.S. while minimizing harm to Canada. This strong and passionate speech tapped into public “anti-Trump” sentiment, stabilizing Liberal support at 42%, still slightly ahead of the Conservatives.

Since Trump launched the trade war, he has constantly boasted of “victory in sight,” but in reality, he is stuck in a quagmire, unable to advance or retreat. He is desperately trying to reach deals with some countries, and whether he can do so with Canada is critical. Carney acts like a roadblock, standing in the way. Naturally, Trump wants him to lose the election. However, election interference should not be openly conducted by officials. In the Trump’s camp, Musk, who has a history of doing dirty work, is the best candidate to act.

This is not mere speculation but can be traced through various signs. A research group at the University of Southern California studying online right-wing information found that since Canada announced the election, a coordinated network of accounts on Musk’s platform X has been continuously pushing content praising Conservative leader Poilievre and disparaging Carney, aiming to boost Poilievre’s support and reverse the election trend. During this period, over 350,000 posts with a specific political orientation appeared on X, clearly orchestrated with the motive of election interference.

Researchers found this U.S.-originated network spreading right-wing messages about the Canadian election at a very high frequency, repeatedly reposting content praising Poilievre and trashing Carney, continuing steadily with a discernible pattern.

Another organization tracking online misinformation discovered that bots on Carney’s social media platforms launched attacks against him, spreading massive negative comments and defaming images. At the same time, a flood of fake news targeting him has made it difficult for ordinary people to distinguish truth from falsehood.

There is also a sign that Musk is very likely acting behind the scenes. Months ago, he publicly praised Poilievre, openly endorsing him as Canada’s next prime minister. So it is no surprise that X is creating momentum for this “favorite horse.” Musk’s efforts to help foreign political leaders rise to power are not new. Since Trump’s return to office, Musk has repeatedly supported right-wing party leaders in Europe, openly aiding their rise and causing strong reactions in political circles worldwide. Behind these scenes is always Trump’s shadow.

Because Musk casually intervened in Canadian politics, public anger has long been stirred. Months ago, an online petition called for the government to revoke Musk’s Canadian citizenship, accusing him of using his wealth and media control to influence Canada’s election and demanding a strong stop. The call was met with overwhelming response-by early April, 370,000 people had signed, and the number continues to grow.

All these exposed facts clearly show that the real “external force” interfering in Canada’s election is the United States. This “black hand” brazenly violates Canada’s sovereignty, which is chilling.

However, anti-China politicians in Canada and “yellow-background” Hongkongers ignore or avoid discussing U.S. interference in Canadian politics. Instead, they hype up Zheng Jingji’s fabricated “Chinese cross-border repression” narrative to boost their own campaigns.

Are these people truly standing with Canadians? Are they willing to side with the “bully” Trump just to oppose China? Voters casting ballots on Monday should seriously consider this.

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2026 marks a turning point. As Churchill famously declared during World War II's closing stages, we're witnessing "the beginning of the end." That great catastrophe moved toward its conclusion—and so too is Hong Kong's period of turbulence.

The evidence speaks for itself: Jimmy Lai, already convicted, faces sentencing next year (2026). The "35+ subversion case" will see several major pan-democratic figures released by mid-year, likely retreating from public life for good. And Joshua Wong's trial looms on the horizon, expected around mid-year, bringing another chapter to a close.

Lai's guilty verdict is in. Sentencing starts January 12. Everyone awaits the verdict.

The era these figures represented is ending—and that's precisely when Hong Kong's steady progress in stability truly begins.

Lai's Sentence: The Clock Is Ticking

The court has already found Jimmy Lai guilty of "colluding with foreign forces." Mitigation begins January 12, with sentencing to follow. The Hong Kong National Security Law leaves no room for ambiguity: serious offenses carry a minimum 10-year term, with life imprisonment as the ceiling. The weight of his punishment will become clear when the judge delivers the verdict.

Consider the precedent: Benny Tai Yiu-ting, the "35+ subversion case" ringleader, faced a 15-year sentencing starting point under the same National Security Law. His guilty plea from the outset reduced his term to 10 years. Lai differs in one crucial respect—he never pleaded guilty. The math isn't complicated.

Public attention now shifts to the eight defendants who pleaded guilty in Lai's case. This group includes former Apple Daily senior executives Cheung Kim-hung, Chan Pui-man, Lo Wai-kwong, Fung Wai-kong, Lam Man-chung, and Yeung Ching-kei, along with "Stand With Hong Kong" members Andy Chan Tsz-wah and Li Yu-hin. A guilty plea typically brings reduced sentences. But five of them—Cheung, Chan Pui-man, Yeung, Andy Chan, and Li—went further, serving as accomplice witnesses whose testimony helped secure Lai's conviction. Their cooperation means significantly lighter sentences and much shorter time behind bars.

Exits and Early Releases

The "35+ subversion case" offers instructive parallels. Au Nok-hin, a key primary election coordinator, initially faced at least 12 years. His guilty plea, demonstrated remorse, and agreement to testify for the prosecution cut his sentence to 6 years and 9 months. Counting from his arrest and remand, he's already served 5 years—release isn't far off.

Another defendant, Andrew Chiu Ka-yin, originally received 7 years. Good prison conduct and genuine remorse earned him leniency—he walked free two months ago.

These two cases set the pattern. If Cheung Kim-hung and the other accomplice witnesses receive substantial reductions, their release may be imminent. All have reportedly calmed down and focused on self-discipline during custody. Once free, they're expected to return to normal lives, avoiding any entanglement with political controversies.

Returning to the "35+ subversion case": eight convicted defendants currently serving sentences will be eligible for release next year. The list includes two major Democratic Party figures—Wu Chi-wai and Andrew Wan Siu-kin—plus former Civic Party leader Alvin Yeung Ngok-kiu. Wu and Wan are due for release in June and July respectively. Friends who've visited them report both are in good health and spirits. Their plans? Emigrate with their families, withdraw from public life, and sever all ties with politics.

As for Alvin Yeung, he pleaded guilty at the first opportunity after arrest and even volunteered to become an accomplice witness—though that offer wasn't accepted. This demonstrates clear regret for his actions. After release, he's expected to return to a proper life path, bidding farewell to his radical years.

Joshua Wong's turn. Collusion charges plus money laundering—another national security spectacle begins.

Wong's Turn in the Spotlight

As one chapter closes, another major national security case is about to open. Joshua Wong faces charges of "colluding with foreign forces." His case will be mentioned in court again next year before being committed to the High Court for trial. Wong was already serving a sentence for other offenses when, on June 6 this year, he was arrested in prison and charged with "colluding with foreign forces"—along with a separate count of "money laundering." Like Lai's case, this one involves extensive evidence of intricate connections with foreign governments and politicians, including both public materials and confidential documents. It will draw major attention.

In the past, Wong was lauded by prominent US political figures like Democratic Party leader Nancy Pelosi and became a "darling" of Western media—even appearing on Time magazine's cover. Once trial begins, he'll likely become, like Jimmy Lai, a focal point of attention for Western countries. No doubt another round of commotion will follow.

That said, whatever foreign countries may do, Joshua Wong's case outcome can only be decided by Hong Kong's courts. What final fate awaits this figure? Everyone can grab their popcorn and watch.

Lai Ting-yiu