Elon Musk, the tech mogul and former head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has set the internet ablaze by announcing plans to confront the hosts of The View after they mocked his four-year-old son, X Æ A-Xii, during a live broadcast on February 12, 2025. The controversy erupted when co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar made disparaging remarks about the child’s unique name and Musk’s parenting choices during a segment discussing Musk’s White House appearance with his son. Goldberg quipped, “I did not name the child,” while Behar interjected with, “And little Instagram,” prompting laughter from the panel but outrage from viewers. Social media erupted, with posts on X condemning the hosts for targeting a child, one user writing, “Shameful fake feminist; who shames a 4 yr old child?”.
Musk, known for his fierce protectiveness, took to X to call the comments “disgraceful” and vowed to appear on The View to discuss “parenting, respect, and protecting our children.” His announcement, viewed over 50 million times, sent fans into a frenzy, with many anticipating a heated confrontation. Sources close to The View, cited by ath.xemgihomnay247.com, suggest producers are preparing for a contentious episode, with legal teams exploring options to counter potential defamation claims. The show’s history of controversial remarks, including Behar’s retracted claim about Musk’s alleged pro-apartheid stance, has fueled speculation of a politically motivated attack.
The incident follows Musk’s high-profile White House visit on February 11, 2025, where X Æ A-Xii joined him for a DOGE-related executive order signing alongside President Trump. The toddler’s presence, including playful moments like whispering to Trump, drew both adoration and scrutiny. Critics, including Musk’s ex-partner Grimes, expressed unease, with Grimes posting on X that their son “should not be in public like this” amid an ongoing custody battle. Musk’s response to The View aligns with his history of aggressive retaliation, as seen in his 2022 threat to sue Jack Sweeney for tracking his jet and endangering his family.
The brewing legal standoff has intensified debates about media ethics and the boundaries of public discourse. While The View’s legal team considers action, citing First Amendment protections, Musk’s camp has a track record of litigation, as evidenced by X’s lawsuit against advertisers like Lego and Nestlé for an alleged boycott. The controversy risks escalating into a broader cultural clash, with #BoycottTheView trending alongside calls for accountability. As Musk prepares for his appearance, the episode could redefine daytime television’s approach to sensitive topics, with implications for Musk’s public image and The View’s ratings, already under pressure in a polarized media landscape.
