A post on X (formerly Twitter) calling for the “assassination” of Elon Musk has sparked widespread outrage. The controversy began when Bill Shea shared a post referencing Musk’s comments on a federal spending bill.
The Post and Its Fallout
Shea shared a screenshot from an account called “Republicans Against Trump.” It read, “Elon Musk is literally everything MAGA Republicans accused George Soros of doing.” Shea added his own comment, urging people to remember that Musk is the CEO of several companies. “Folks, please do not forget Musk is the CEO of several companies. I say again, he’s a CEO. Do with that information as you will.”
Accusations and Backlash
Many users accused Shea of implying harm to Musk. As the post spread, the backlash grew. Eventually, Shea deleted his account.
Brian Thompson’s Murder Sparks Tension
This controversy follows the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Thompson was killed outside a Manhattan hotel before a company conference. The suspect, Luigi Mangione, was caught after a five-day manhunt.
Public Reactions and Poll Results
Thompson’s death has angered many Americans, especially those frustrated with the healthcare system. An Emerson College poll revealed troubling opinions among young voters. The poll found that 41% of individuals aged 18-29 thought Mangione’s actions were “acceptable” to some extent. Specifically, 24% found the killing “somewhat acceptable,” while 17% believed it was “completely acceptable.”
The poll also showed a clear partisan divide. Twenty-two percent of Democrats found Mangione’s actions acceptable, compared to just 2% of Republicans and 16% of independents.