The ‘Yes-No’ poll launched on January 6 has received nearly 2 million votes so far and will close today.

Elon Musk Sparks Controversy with Poll on “Liberating” Britain

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has stirred fresh debate by launching a provocative poll on his social media platform, X. The poll asks users if Americans should “liberate” Britain from what Musk referred to as a “tyrannical government.” This move marks yet another instance of Musk delving into British politics, intensifying his ongoing feud with the ruling Labour Party over its approach to child abuse cases.

Musk’s actions on X have previously garnered global attention, as he frequently uses polls to shape significant business decisions. Notably, he once relied on a poll to decide whether he should step down as CEO of X and another to reinstate former U.S. President Donald Trump’s account.

The latest poll has already received millions of responses, reflecting Musk’s continued influence on both social media and political discourse. While many view the poll as a provocative gesture or satire, it underscores Musk’s willingness to engage in geopolitical and social issues beyond the business world.

Observers are closely watching whether Musk’s latest poll will lead to further political tensions or simply fade as another of his headline-grabbing stunts.

The latest ‘Yes-No’ poll, launched on Monday (January 6), will close today, having attracted nearly two million votes so far.

“America should liberate the people of Britain from their tyrannical government,” declared Elon Musk in a provocative poll on his X platform. The poll has drawn millions of responses and sparked widespread debate about Musk’s engagement in global political affairs. Many view the statement as satire, while others interpret it as a critique of the current British government amidst Musk’s ongoing tensions with the Labour Party.

Users have chimed in with their own ideas, including suggestions that the UK could become a US state. This echoes a previous proposal by President-elect Donald Trump, who renewed his offer to make Canada the 51st state of the United States shortly after Justin Trudeau’s resignation. In response to the UK statehood suggestion, Musk remarked that it was “not a bad idea,” adding further fuel to the already heated debate.

“They can liberate themselves through the vote. That is why democracy exists,” commented one user, emphasizing the power of democratic processes. Another user added humor to the conversation, asking, “Shall Britain become the 52nd state, alongside Canada? Would be an unbeatable world power (again).” The lighthearted yet provocative responses highlight the mix of satire and serious debate Musk’s poll has sparked across social media.

Musk’s father, Errol Musk, weighed in on the controversy by urging the public to “ignore” his son’s remarks. “People don’t have to listen to what he says. I’d say don’t worry about it. Tell him to get lost,” Errol Musk told LBC News, offering a blunt response to his son’s latest political antics. This statement adds another layer of intrigue to the unfolding drama, as Musk’s bold comments continue to make waves online.

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Elon Musk Asks If US Should “Liberate” UK from “Tyrannical Government”

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has sparked a fresh political controversy by launching a poll on his X platform, asking if Americans should “liberate” the British from their “tyrannical government.” The poll, launched on Monday (January 6), has already garnered nearly two million votes and will conclude today. This move follows Musk’s ongoing feud with the ruling Labour Party over its handling of child abuse cases in the UK.

In recent weeks, Musk has aired his grievances with the UK government on X, leading to a war of words with officials, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Starmer responded indirectly, stating, “Those that are spreading lies and misinformation… they’re not interested in victims.” The controversy began after UK Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips rejected calls for a government-led inquiry into child sexual exploitation in Oldham.

The UK’s child exploitation scandal dates back decades, with a 2014 inquiry revealing that at least 1,400 children were sexually exploited in Rotherham between 1997 and 2013. Some incidents coincided with Keir Starmer’s tenure as Director of Public Prosecutions.

Social Media Reactions

Musk’s provocative poll has drawn mixed reactions online. Some users suggested the UK could become a US state, reminiscent of President-elect Donald Trump’s earlier offer to make Canada the 51st state following Justin Trudeau’s resignation. Musk responded to one such suggestion, calling it “not a bad idea.”

“They can liberate themselves through the vote. That is why democracy exists,” commented one user. Another quipped, “Shall Britain become the 52nd state, alongside Canada? Would be an unbeatable world power (again).”

Musk’s father, Errol Musk, also weighed in, urging people to ignore his son. “People don’t have to listen to what he says. I’d say don’t worry about it. Tell him to get lost,” he told LBC News.

COURTESY: The Sun

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