3 Most Liked X Posts - May 2026, Week 20
Here are the 3 most liked posts on X this week, with 2.2M engagements combined.
The thousands of British people imprisoned merely for social media posts or speaking their mind need to be released! No more prison island!!
On my way to Beijing in Air Force One
He did this without cutting any social services, btw.
Big Moves and Bold Opinions: The Week’s Top Conversations
This week’s most-liked posts on X were dominated by big personalities and even bigger headlines. From high-flying travel updates to heated debates about British judicial policies, these three posts captured the collective attention of the platform. Whether it’s political tension or local fiscal success stories, the topics have sparked massive engagement and countless conversations across the globe.
Musk on the Move
Elon Musk took the top spot this week, keeping his followers updated on his travels with a brief note: 'On my way to Beijing in Air Force One.' The post resonated with his massive audience, racking up over 733,000 likes and proving once again that his day-to-day updates remain some of the most-viewed content on the internet.
A Free Speech Showdown
Musk also secured the second position with a much more controversial take, weighing in on British social media regulation. He called for the release of those imprisoned for their online speech, labeling the UK a 'prison island.' The post hit a nerve, triggering widespread debate and highlighting the deep-seated divisions around free speech in the digital age.
Fiscal Wins in the Big Apple
Rounding out the top three is a look at local governance that hit home for many. Micah Erfan shared an update on NYC Mayor Mamdani’s financial turnaround, noting that the city’s $12 billion deficit was wiped out without any cuts to social services. It’s a classic 'receipts' post that gained traction by showing that sometimes, even complex government problems have solutions that don't hurt the public.
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