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Controversy Between Elon Musk and Vivian Jenna Wilson
On the same day that Elon Musk’s estranged daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, gave her second public interview, Musk took to his X platform to suggest that transgender individuals are behind reports of vandalism involving Teslas.
Wilson’s Strong Disapproval of Musk
In her Teen Vogue interview, Wilson expressed strong disdain for Musk, calling him a “pathetic man-child” and stating, “I don’t give a f**k how much money anyone has.”
Absence of Communication
The 20-year-old Wilson mentioned that she often learns about her father’s actions from the media, asserting, “I should probably post about this and denounce it, which I have done a few times.”
Criticism of Musk’s Actions
She specifically highlighted Musk’s past behaviors, stating, “The Nazi salute sh*t was insane,” referring to an incident where Musk was accused of making a Nazi salute during Donald Trump’s inauguration. “That sh*t was definitely a Nazi salute,” she emphasized.
Musk’s Response and Further Controversy
Musk previously made troubling comments regarding Wilson’s identity, suggesting she was “born gay and slightly autistic.” His remarks about his daughter’s identity signify a pattern of his alignment with far-right ideologies that often challenge transgender rights. Following Wilson’s interview, Musk continued to spread controversial claims about transgender individuals in relation to incidents of vandalism against Teslas.
Wilson’s Rebuttal and Musk’s Misinformation
On the same day as her interview, Wilson responded on Threads, criticizing Musk for spreading falsehoods and calling his claims “entirely fake.” Despite their estrangement since 2020, this ongoing tension has reignited debates around gender identity and societal violence.
Political Context and Musk’s Views
Wilson’s interview, which also delved into her queer identity, comes at a time when Trump is prioritizing the dismantling of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in his administration. Musk has openly expressed his disapproval of DEI initiatives, labeling them as another form of racism. Under his influence, recent actions have been taken against institutions retaining such programs.
