Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk is once again at the center of controversy. This time, his target was the popular American show “The View ,” which he didn’t hesitate to publicly describe as “a meeting place for ignorant women.” The comment, shared on his official X account (formerly Twitter), sparked an immediate chain reaction: everyone from the show’s cast members to celebrities and internet users responded forcefully, turning the scandal into a global trend.
The tweet that lit the fuse
Elon Musk, known as much for his technological achievements as for his inflammatory social media comments, posted:
“Stop watching The View . It’s simply a meeting place for ignorant women living in a bubble. It’s toxic to critical thinking. #BoycottTheView”
This message, posted Tuesday morning, racked up more than 4 million views and half a million interactions in a matter of hours. Many of her followers applauded the comment, while others called it “sexist,” “misogynistic,” and “offensive.”
The immediate response of the cast
The hosts of The View —Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, and Alyssa Farah Griffin—didn’t stay silent. During the show’s broadcast the following day, they responded one by one to the Tesla and SpaceX CEO’s comment.
Whoopi Goldberg , visibly upset, declared:
“It’s ironic that a man who promotes freedom of expression would try to silence women’s voices with an offensive tweet. If that’s not hypocrisy, I don’t know what is.”
Joy Behar , for her part, was even more direct:
“Maybe Elon Musk should focus on making his rockets not explode and stop insulting women who simply don’t agree with him.”
Sunny Hostin added that Musk reflects an “obvious fear of empowered women who don’t align with his worldview.”
Reactions on social media: divided but intense
Social media was filled with comments ranging from outright support for the boycott to passionate defense of the program.
#YoApoyoTheView and #MuskMisógino trended on X, as thousands of users shared clips from past episodes of the show to highlight the value of the debates and the female representation they provide.
On TikTok, feminist influencers harshly criticized Musk, pointing to a pattern of derogatory behavior toward women. Some even called on users to uninstall X in protest.
Authenticity or media strategy?
Some analysts believe Musk’s comments were not spontaneous, but rather a calculated strategy to divert attention from other controversies. In recent days, Tesla has faced labor lawsuits over poor working conditions, and Neuralink is under investigation for human testing.
“Elon knows how to manipulate media attention. He attacks a popular, feminist target like The View , and it automatically becomes global news. It’s marketing disguised as a personal opinion,” explained digital communications expert Mariela Ríos .
Possible consequences for Musk
Although Elon Musk has a loyal fan base, these types of controversies could affect the public image of his companies, especially in sectors where respect for diversity and inclusion are increasingly valued.
Furthermore, voices within the technology sector warn that these clashes with the media could reduce the interest of institutional investors and advertisers, especially after the radical changes implemented since acquiring X.
Conclusion: Freedom of expression or disrespect?
The debate continues. Was Elon Musk a defender of freedom of expression or did he simply cross the line of respect? While some celebrate his openness, others lament that such an influential figure contributes to hate speech and social division.
One thing is certain: The View has gained more visibility than ever, and Elon Musk, once again, proves he knows how to get the whole world talking about him… although not always in a good way.
