Elon Musk’s recent visit to the Oval Office alongside former President Donald Trump was already a spectacle, but it was Musk’s 4-year-old son, X Æ A-Xii, who captured the most attention. A viral video from the meeting showed young X telling Trump, “I want you to shush your mouth.” While Trump briefly acknowledged the comment, he quickly turned his attention back to Musk. The child also seemed to say something even more provocative—“you’re not the president and you need to go away”—which, though unclear, has sparked widespread online speculation.
Grimes Reacts to X’s Unexpected Public Appearance
After social media erupted with reactions to X’s remarks, his mother, musician Grimes, expressed her frustration upon learning about his presence at the meeting. She took to X (formerly Twitter) to state, “He should not be in public like this,” emphasizing her disapproval. Despite her concerns, she acknowledged that X was at least polite in his interactions.
Musk has made a habit of bringing his son to public events, including meetings with lawmakers on Capitol Hill and an interview with Tucker Carlson, further raising questions about the child’s frequent appearances in high-profile political settings.
X’s words, particularly his cryptic remark to Carlson—“they’ll never know”—have fueled conspiracy theories online. Some speculate that the child was repeating something he overheard from Musk, possibly in relation to election interference. However, there is no credible evidence supporting the theory that Musk manipulated vote tallies. Still, the repetition of such comments by a young child has led many to wonder what conversations might be happening behind closed doors.
Gender Disparities in Workplace Parenting
Musk’s decision to bring X to work-related events has sparked debate about privilege and gender equality in professional settings. As pointed out by the news outlet The 19th, Musk is benefiting from a flexibility that many women in leadership roles are not afforded. While some view his actions as a positive step toward normalizing parenthood in professional spaces, others argue that a female leader would likely face scrutiny for the same behavior. This contrast highlights broader issues of workplace expectations and gender bias in corporate and political environments.
Ultimately, X’s public statements raise larger questions about the environment he is growing up in and the influence of his father’s beliefs. While young children often repeat things without full understanding, X’s repeated presence in politically charged settings suggests he is absorbing and echoing conversations from his surroundings.
Whether intentional or not, his words are making headlines, adding to the ongoing discourse about Musk’s role in politics and business. With the political climate in flux, even the words of a four-year-old are being scrutinized for potential insights into the mind of one of the world’s most powerful figures.