Elon Musk stirred significant backlash during a rally for former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he criticized Democrats and claimed they aim to erode fundamental rights. “The Democrats want to take away your freedom of speech, your right to bear arms, and your right to vote, effectively,” Musk stated, showcasing his growing alignment with Trump.
This appearance marks a notable pivot in Musk’s political involvement. Introduced by Trump, Musk aimed barbs at President Biden, suggesting a lack of resilience in leadership. “We had one president who couldn’t climb a flight of stairs and another who was fist pumping after getting shot,” he remarked, referencing Trump’s recent assassination attempt.Musk went on to urge attendees to register to vote, warning that the 2024 election could be “the last election” if Democrats win. His claims come amid a heated national debate on voting rights, where Democrats advocate for expanded access and Republicans raise concerns over non-citizen voting—assertions that lack strong evidence.The rally was further charged as Trump honored victims of the earlier assassination attempt, implying that political opponents were behind the attack. “We all took a bullet for America,” he claimed, promoting conspiracy theories.
Some commentators accused Musk of employing dangerous rhetoric, with one stating, “Ahhh! Classic fascist rhetoric. ‘Free speech for me, not for thee…’ as he removes his own ‘community notes.’”His public speaking skills were raised, with another user remarking, “Elon is a terrible public speaker; he has no confidence.”Check some clips of the Musk’s speech and some reactions below:
