September 16th 2024.
Elon Musk caused controversy when he deleted a post questioning why former US President Donald Trump had faced two assassination attempts in recent months while President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris had not. Musk later claimed that the post was meant as a joke.
Initially, Musk resisted calls to delete the post, even doubling down on his statement that no one had attempted to assassinate Biden or Harris. However, he was eventually persuaded to remove the post after it was pointed out that his intentions could be misinterpreted.
Musk later clarified that his post was meant as a joke, but he continued to engage in similar discussions on the topic. When a photo was shared noting that the four presidents before Trump had not faced any assassination attempts, Musk responded with a thinking face emoji. The White House called his comments "irresponsible" and emphasized the need to condemn violence in all forms.
The Secret Service, responsible for investigating perceived threats against the president and vice president, was also alerted to Musk's comments. It is unclear if Musk's posts violated the terms of service of the platform he owns, as he has a history of disregarding rules without consequences. While his platform restricts promoting violence, Musk denied that he was calling for it.
Musk's political views have shifted to the right in recent years, with him endorsing Trump for president and hosting him for an interview on his platform. He has also been vocal about his disdain for progressive ideas and warned of the country's doom if Democrats remain in power.
However, Musk's posts go beyond mere political commentary. He has engaged in conspiracy theories and used bigoted language to support his beliefs. For example, he has posted fake images of Harris and made offensive remarks about her and other public figures.
This behavior is just one example of the lack of restrictions on Musk's platform, where he is able to share his controversial views without consequence. To stay updated on the latest news, celebrity gossip, and sports updates, join our WhatsApp channel for a more personal and private experience. We don't have algorithms, so your private details will be safe with us.
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