White House condemns Tesla CEO’s post on X as ‘irresponsible’.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk faced criticism for a social media post questioning the lack of assassination attempts on President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris following an incident involving former President Donald Trump. Musk, known for his support of Trump, later clarified that his post was meant as a joke. The post sparked backlash, leading to #DeportElonMusk trending on social media. White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates labeled Musk’s comments as “irresponsible” and emphasized the importance of condemning violence.
Musk, currently ranked as the world’s richest man, endorsed Trump for the 2024 election and was chosen by Trump to lead a government efficiency commission if he wins in November. The incident highlights the implications of social media posts by influential figures and the need to be mindful of the impact of such statements.