Elon Musk has once again found himself at the center of a media storm after responding to on-air criticism from ‘The View’ hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin. The billionaire entrepreneur, known for his unpredictable and often controversial statements, took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce that he might just buy the show and fire the entire panel.
A Heated Exchange Sparks a Bold Response
During a recent episode of ‘The View,’ Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin criticized Musk’s handling of X, accusing him of promoting misinformation and failing to curb hate speech on the platform. “Elon Musk thinks he can do whatever he wants just because he’s rich,” Goldberg said. “But social media needs responsible leadership, not chaos.”
Musk, never one to back down from a challenge, wasted no time firing back. In a tweet that quickly went viral, he wrote:
“Maybe I should just buy ‘The View’ and fire everyone. That would be fun.”
While it’s unclear whether Musk’s statement was serious or simply another one of his online provocations, the comment instantly set social media ablaze.
Media Erupts
Fans and critics alike flooded the internet with reactions. Supporters of Musk applauded his no-nonsense attitude, with some calling it “the best idea ever” and encouraging him to follow through. Others, however, saw the remark as yet another example of Musk’s attempts to silence dissenting voices.
“Imagine a version of ‘The View’ where it’s just Elon Musk talking about space and Tesla all day,” one user joked. Another commented, “If he actually does this, I’ll watch ‘The View’ for the first time in my life.”
On the other hand, many viewers defended Goldberg and Hostin, arguing that Musk’s response only reinforced their point. “Billionaires think they can buy their way out of criticism. This is exactly why we need accountability,” one critic tweeted.
Could Musk Actually Do It?
Given Musk’s track record of making shocking business moves—including buying Twitter for $44 billion—some are questioning whether this was just an offhand comment or a legitimate plan. While ‘The View’ is owned by ABC, a subsidiary of Disney, Musk has the financial power to attempt a hostile takeover of media assets if he were truly determined.
However, media analysts say the likelihood of Musk buying and reshaping the long-running talk show is slim. “ABC is unlikely to sell one of its most successful daytime programs, even if Musk were serious,” media expert David Lawrence stated. “But knowing Elon, he enjoys stirring the pot and keeping himself in the headlines.”
The Ongoing Battle Between Musk and Mainstream Media
This is not the first time Musk has clashed with major media figures. Since taking over X, he has repeatedly positioned himself as an adversary to traditional journalism, often calling out networks and publications he believes are biased. His feud with ‘The View’ is just the latest chapter in his ongoing war against mainstream media criticism.
Whether Musk actually follows through with his threat or not, one thing is certain: when Elon Musk speaks, the world pays attention. For now, all eyes remain on both him and ‘The View’ to see how this latest controversy unfolds.
