Elon Musk faced widespread backlash after posting and then deleting a controversial comment on X, formerly Twitter, regarding the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Responding to a question about the motives behind the threats against Trump, Musk remarked, 'And no one is even trying to assassinate Biden/Kamala,' which sparked outrage and accusations of recklessness. The comment followed a shooting incident at Trump's golf club in Florida, where a suspect was apprehended after firing shots while Trump was present. Critics, including conservative commentators, condemned Musk's post as 'appalling and indefensible,' highlighting the potential danger of his remarks. In a follow-up, Musk attempted to downplay the incident as a failed joke, acknowledging that context is lost in plain text. The incident has raised concerns about Musk's influence and the implications of his statements on national security.