How tech’s right-wing elite made ‘debanking’ claims into a political rallying point
In a tech-driven landscape, the notion of “debanking” – the denial of financial services – has become a polarizing rallying cry for the political right. Fueled by sensational claims and misinformation, this concept has been amplified by tech’s elite, igniting a firestorm of concern among conservative supporters. From social media echo chambers to right-wing media outlets, the spread of these claims has transformed “debanking” into a potent symbol of oppression, serving as a rallying point for political mobilization.