PoliticsGerman far-right influencer applies for U.S. funding for new media network

A German far-right influencer has sought funding from the U.S. State Department to create a media network focused on political content, Handelsblatt reported Monday. The influencer’s online posts have been amplified by Elon Musk. The report describes the funding application and the proposed network, without providing details on the amount requested or whether support has been approved.

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