Elon Musk Drop $200 Million for Endorsements, Says ‘I Don’t Want See That Flag Anymore’
In yet another headline-grabbing moment, tech mogul and Twitter owner Elon Musk shocked the world by reportedly turning down $200 million in endorsement deals. The reason? A vehement declaration: “I don’t want to see that LGBT flag anymore.”
The news broke during an impromptu livestream where Musk, wearing a T-shirt with the slogan “Straight to Mars,” claimed that rainbow flags have been “overused and oversaturated.” He proposed replacing them with something “more innovative, like a gradient inspired by Tesla’s autopilot interface.”
Critics and fans alike were left scratching their heads. Was this another one of Musk’s infamous trolling episodes, or a genuine stance?
Corporate sponsors, including several who pride themselves on their inclusivity campaigns, have since distanced themselves from Musk. Some speculate the $200 million figure includes potential deals from brands like RainbowCo, a startup producing LGBTQ-themed electric scooters, and Spectrum Brew, a company crafting craft beers inspired by the Pride movement.
Social media exploded with reactions, ranging from outright outrage to amused disbelief. “Elon just became the first man to cancel himself,” one user quipped, while another wrote, “Mars must be really boring if this is what he’s focused on now.” 
When asked for further comment, Musk cryptically tweeted: “I love everyone, but I reserve the right to critique flag designs. Peace.”
Whether this is a PR stunt or a genuine opinion, one thing is certain: Elon Musk never fails to keep the internet buzzing, even if it’s over a flag.
