Tech billionaire Elon Musk has found himself at the center of controversy after a viral clip appeared to show him abandoning his young son, X Æ A-12, at a public rally. The footage, which has been widely shared online, sparked outrage and speculation, with critics accusing Musk of being an absent-minded father and supporters calling it a misleading hit piece.
Did Musk Really Leave His Son Behind?
The now-viral video shows Musk striding confidently away from a crowd, seemingly unaware that his son, X, is standing behind him. As the camera zooms in, the child appears momentarily confused, looking around as if unsure of where to go next. The scene immediately ignited social media, with users questioning how Musk—a man known for launching rockets and designing self-driving cars—could forget his own child in plain sight.
However, sources close to the situation insist that the clip is misleading. According to witnesses, X was never truly left behind. Instead, a security detail was nearby, and Musk’s team was coordinating movement in a crowded space. One source even claimed that X was simply “pausing to observe his surroundings” before following his father moments later.
Social Media Reacts: “Elon Musk’s Autopilot Malfunctioned?”
Despite the clarifications, Twitter (X) exploded with reactions, with some users jokingly comparing Musk’s parenting style to Tesla’s Autopilot feature missing an obstacle.
- “Guess Neuralink doesn’t work for parenting yet.”
- “Musk treats his kids like Twitter employees—ghosts them when he’s done.”
- “Was he beta-testing fatherhood?”
Others, however, defended Musk, pointing out that the clip is selectively edited and that taking a moment to catch up in a crowd is not the same as being abandoned.
Damage Control or Nothingburger?
While Musk himself has yet to address the controversy, his supporters insist this is just another overblown attempt to smear the billionaire. Critics, however, argue that it’s another example of Musk’s aloof and unpredictable nature.
Regardless of which side people take, one thing is certain: Elon Musk’s every move continues to dominate headlines—whether it’s sending rockets to Mars or accidentally leaving his son behind.
