In what can only be described as the ultimate billionaire power move, Elon Musk reportedly casually shelled out $790 million to acquire ABC Company, the parent network of The View, only to cancel the long-running daytime talk show. Why, you ask? Because Alec Baldwin called him a “scoundrel” during a heated segment earlier this week.

According to insiders, Musk—no stranger to dramatic displays of wealth and influence—made the decision over a morning cup of coffee and a scroll through Twitter (now known as X, thanks to him). “Elon doesn’t just react on social media; he reacts with actual acquisitions,” one close associate quipped.

The saga began when Baldwin appeared as a guest on The View, criticizing Musk’s recent initiatives, calling him a “sack of shit” for what he described as “destroying Twitter” and “turning Teslas into overpriced go-karts.” Baldwin’s comments quickly went viral, sparking memes and online debate.

But no one expected Musk to respond by buying the network.

“Couldn’t let it go,” Musk (or “X’d”?) tweeted, confirming the acquisition. “If you want to insult me, Alec, maybe pick a platform I DON’T own next time. Oh wait, I own that too.”

As for the fate of The View, Musk wasted no time in shutting it down, instructing ABC executives to “cancel it with extreme prejudice.” Meanwhile, rumors are circulating that Musk intends to replace the program with a tech-focused program, tentatively titled The Elon Hour, featuring live rocket launches and insights into cryptocurrency trends.

The reactions were predictably mixed. La Vista fans mourned the loss of their favorite daily drama, while Musk supporters hailed him as the king of petty revenge. Baldwin, in turn, responded with a simple “Well played,” accompanied by a photo of himself drinking wine.

In the grand scheme of Musk’s antics, this latest move might not even make the top ten, but one thing’s for sure: Alec Baldwin might think twice before quoting Elon Musk again.