Critics argue that Elon Musk’s rise to power in the United States is emblematic of the expanding power of Big Tech and could pose a threat to democracy.

With Musk now at Donald Trump’s side in the White House and as concerns grow about monopolies curtailing free speech - how strong is Big Tech’s grip on US politics? Can it be reined in?

This week on UpFront, Redi Tlhabi speaks with author and journalist Cory Doctorow.

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