The European Union has launched a new advertising campaign on platform X (formerly Twitter), aimed at promoting its initiatives and policies. However, this campaign has faced backlash as it reportedly violates the bloc's own strict privacy regulations concerning data protection and user consent. Observers are questioning the EU's commitment to high privacy standards, especially as it aims to set a global example. The inconsistency raises concerns about the effectiveness of its regulations, and users have been vocal about potential privacy infringements, indicating a trend where data rights might be compromised for political messaging. The situation creates an opportunity for discussions on ethical advertising practices and the need for robust systems to ensure compliance with privacy laws in every campaign initiated by governing bodies.