Elon Musk Denies Backing Far Right in Economist Interview
Musk said he backs normal people and rejected claims that his X posts show support for fringe politics.
- On Friday, July 24, 2026, during an interview with The Economist Editor-in-Chief Zanny Minton Beddoes, Elon Musk denied supporting the "far right," instead claiming he backs "normal people" mislabeled by media.
- Beddoes questioned whether the public felt uneasy with Musk's influence over Western politics, asserting that this perceived overreach explains "why people loathe you."
- Countering extremism labels, Musk defined his supporters as wanting secure borders, safe cities, and sensible spending, criticizing media for what he called "absurd characterizations."
- The sharp retort became the interview's defining moment after Musk reshared the clip on X, triggering waves of reactions from supporters applauding his comeback and critics raising concerns.
- This viral exchange reflects Musk's long-running feud with mainstream news outlets, mirroring a broader decline in public trust in traditional journalism across Western nations.
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He only wants to take care of his business empire, said the billionaire. But Musk tries to influence elections in Europe and has already put 90 million dollars in the American election campaign.
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