In a statement on X, Musk indicated that he would be delighted to facilitate a conversation with Harris. “I would be very happy to host Kamala Harris on X Spaces,” Musk said, highlighting his openness to engaging with a broad spectrum of political figures.
The potential conversation with Harris would likely cover a broad range of topics and provide another opportunity for significant political dialogue on X. Musk’s comments came after a challenging interview with Trump, which was plagued by technical issues.
Trump’s rambling interview and technical glitches
The much-anticipated conversation between Musk and Trump, which was intended to showcase a “no limits” dialogue, faced significant disruptions. The session started more than half an hour late, with many viewers unable to join live. Musk attributed the delay to a cyber “attack” on the platform.
During the interview, Trump shared a series of controversial opinions, including dismissing climate change as a minor issue compared to what he called “nuclear warming.” Trump also criticized President Joe Biden, labeled illegal immigration as a “zombie apocalypse,” and proposed a new missile defense system inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome.
“The biggest threat is not global warming… The biggest threat is nuclear warming,” Trump told Musk, emphasizing his concerns over nuclear power rather than climate change.
Musk’s support and controversies
The conversation with Trump was part of Musk’s broader effort to reinvigorate Trump’s campaign, which has faced challenges since President Biden exited the race and Kamala Harris emerged as a strong contender. Musk’s backing of Trump comes in the wake of an assassination attempt on the former president, which Musk has used to justify his support.
Musk, who has previously supported Trump’s rival Ron DeSantis, has faced criticism for using X as a platform for right-wing views. He has been vocal against what he describes as the “woke mind virus” and has criticized the Biden administration’s handling of immigration and other issues.
In the course of the interview, Musk reiterated his support for Trump, calling him “the path to prosperity” and expressing a desire to contribute to a future Trump administration by suggesting he could serve on a government efficiency commission.
Source : Times of India
