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Elon Musk has firmly refuted recent reports claiming he pledged to donate $45 million per month to former President Donald Trump’s campaign, calling the allegations “not true.” In an interview with Jordan Peterson, Musk clarified, “What’s been reported in the media is simply not true.”
The SpaceX CEO reiterated his stance, expressing support for Trump while criticizing the Democratic Party during his conversation with the right-wing psychologist. Musk highlighted the need for a change in administration and criticized what he termed as the Democratic Party’s approach of “censorship under the guise of hate speech.”
When asked about political contributions, Musk explained the various avenues available, emphasizing the significant impact of political action committees (PACs) and super PACs in the electoral system. He clarified, “You can donate money directly to candidates, that amount is fairly small. You can donate a lot more money to a political action committee, or a super PAC… it certainly allows for a lot more money in the system than what otherwise would be possible.”
Regarding the role of PAC funds, Musk emphasized that their purpose is not hyperpartisan but rather aims to promote fundamental American principles. This clarification comes in response to previous reports, notably by the Wall Street Journal, which erroneously attributed a substantial financial commitment to a pro-Trump super PAC to Musk.
In response to the misleading report, Musk took to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), where he debunked the claim with a meme and straightforward denial. He addressed the situation with a touch of humor, highlighting the inaccuracy of the media’s portrayal with a post that humorously dismissed the false news as “FAKE GNUS.”
Amid reactions from users on X, many supported Musk’s rebuttal, expressing dismay at the misinformation spread by traditional news outlets. Users like @Ellen71692289 praised Musk’s response to the “Fake Media,” while others, such as @Rx7Tool, voiced skepticism toward mainstream media credibility as reported by USA Today.
As the controversy unfolded, @StewMama71 defended Musk, emphasizing his immediate denial and clarification regarding the misrepresented donation pledge. Meanwhile, @KnotzLuggy questioned the journalistic ethics behind the Wall Street Journal’s reporting, highlighting concerns over accuracy and trustworthiness.
Musk’s vocal denial underscores his proactive approach to clarifying misinformation and maintaining transparency regarding his political activities and endorsements. His ongoing engagement with public discourse continues to shape conversations around media credibility and the dissemination of accurate information.
