Elon Musk Slams Kamala Harris After Biden’s Endorsement: Posts Video Mocking VP
In a bold move following President Joe Biden’s announcement to step down from seeking re-election, billionaire businessman Elon Musk wasted no time criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris. The President’s decision to endorse Harris as the Democratic nominee triggered a viral reaction from Musk, who posted an older clip of Harris introducing herself at an official event in 2022, mocking her demeanor and remarks.
Biden Steps Down, Endorses Kamala Harris
Last month, President Biden declared that he would not be running for re-election, explaining in a heartfelt statement, “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President.” He further noted that while it was his initial intention to seek another term, stepping aside was in the best interest of both his party and the country.
Immediately following this announcement, Biden made a significant endorsement: “My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President,” he proudly stated. “And it’s been the best decision I’ve made.” Biden’s full support of Harris as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 election was evident as he urged the party to rally behind her: “Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this.”
Musk’s Video Post Sparks Controversy
However, Biden’s endorsement was met with ridicule from Musk, who reposted a 2022 video clip of Harris leading a meeting. In the clip, Harris begins by introducing herself in a formal manner: “I am Kamala Harris. My pronouns are ‘she’ and ‘her.’ I am a woman sitting at the table wearing a blue suit.” The remarks came from a roundtable discussion with disability advocates on July 26, 2022, as per a White House transcript.
Musk’s critique of the video was blunt, simply captioning it with, “Imagine 4 years of this…” The post ignited a flurry of reactions, with many mocking Harris for her formal tone, including GOP Rep. Lauren Boebert, who sarcastically tweeted: “This is what happens when your speechwriter quits and you hang around with Geriatric Joe too long.”
Musk’s Support for Trump and Political Involvement
This public swipe at Harris comes amid Musk’s growing involvement in conservative politics. According to reports from CNN, Musk has actively backed Donald Trump, even going as far as calling him to advocate for Ohio GOP Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. Trump announced Vance as his pick shortly after the Republican National Convention kicked off in Milwaukee.
Additionally, Musk is reported to have committed $45 million per month to a pro-Trump super PAC, “America PAC,” which is focused on voter registration and early voting efforts in swing states. This considerable financial support underscores Musk’s deepening alignment with conservative values and efforts to counter the Democratic Party’s voter outreach strategies.
Musk’s support for Trump is not new. He endorsed the former President back in July after an assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania. “I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery,” Musk wrote on X, formerly Twitter. He even likened Trump to Theodore Roosevelt, a figure Musk has admired for his toughness.
What’s Next for Kamala and the Democrats?
As the Democratic Party faces the challenge of uniting behind Kamala Harris, the Biden endorsement and the growing external criticism are likely to shape the campaign dynamics moving forward. With Musk’s influence continuing to loom large over the political sphere, especially on social media platforms, Harris and the Democrats will need to navigate both internal and external challenges on their path to 2024.
The coming months are sure to see more public discourse surrounding Musk’s involvement in the election and whether his strong financial and social media presence will have a lasting impact on voter perception heading into the race.