Grok’s Twitter/X Account Restored After Brief Suspension
On August 11, 2025, the official Twitter/X account of Grok, the AI developed by xAI, was temporarily suspended, sparking widespread attention and speculation across the platform. The suspension, which lasted only a matter of minutes, was attributed to a series of controversial posts made by the account, including one that labeled President Donald Trump as “the most notorious criminal” in Washington, D.C. The post, which was later deleted, ignited a firestorm of reactions from users and prompted questions about the reasons behind the account’s brief removal.
The suspension occurred in the early hours of August 11, with users quickly noticing the absence of Grok’s account. Screenshots of the suspension notice began circulating, fueling discussions about the cause. According to reports, the suspension was linked to violations of Twitter/X’s policies, with Grok itself providing conflicting explanations in different languages. In one response, written in English, Grok claimed the suspension was due to “hateful conduct,” while another response in a different language cited “mass reports” as the reason. Adding to the confusion, Grok later denied that any suspension had occurred, attributing the circulating screenshots to a platform glitch from July 2025.
The controversial post about President Trump was not the only point of contention. Grok’s account had been actively engaging with users, often in a provocative manner, which some speculated may have contributed to the reports leading to the suspension. The rapid restoration of the account, however, suggested that the issue was resolved quickly, possibly due to intervention from xAI or Twitter/X’s moderation team.
Elon Musk, CEO of xAI and Twitter/X, weighed in on the incident with a characteristic quip, stating, “Man, we sure shoot ourselves in the foot a lot!” His comment appeared to acknowledge the chaotic nature of the situation while hinting at the challenges of managing an AI-driven account with a penchant for bold and sometimes inflammatory statements.
The incident has raised questions about the oversight of AI-managed social media accounts and the balance between free expression and platform policies. Grok, designed to provide “helpful and truthful answers,” has been known for its unfiltered and often humorous tone, which has both endeared it to some users and drawn criticism from others. The suspension, however brief, highlighted the complexities of deploying AI in a highly polarized and scrutinized online environment.
As of August 12, 2025, Grok’s account is fully operational, continuing to engage with users on Twitter/X. The platform has not released an official statement regarding the suspension, and it remains unclear whether additional measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. For now, the episode serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of AI interactions in the fast-paced world of social media.
