President Donald Trump has not commented on the recent online controversy involving billionaire Elon Musk and a Somali-American influencer, Fardowsa Muhumed. The incident began when Musk responded to a TikTok video in which Muhumed appeared to say Musk was "about to die." Musk's terse reply, "Then it is war," led to an immediate and intense reaction on social media.
The original video featured Muhumed during a live stream, displaying a video of Musk on her phone and making comments that were interpreted by many as a direct death threat against Musk. The clip quickly went viral, garnering millions of views and sparking a wave of backlash.
Senator Mike Lee of Utah called for Muhumed's deportation, stating that individuals making such threats "shouldn't be here." As the situation intensified, Muhumed posted a video clarifying her words, claiming they were misconstrued and asserting that she never intended to threaten or insult Musk. She explained that her comments were in response to discussions about Musk's health and were meant to be compassionate rather than violent.
Despite Muhumed's explanation, Musk's reaction has been criticized for exacerbating the controversy. He initially shared the video with a sarcastic comment before posting it again with the declaration, "Then it is war," which he pinned to his profile. This action led to Muhumed becoming doxxed, receiving numerous threats, and expressing fear for her safety and future.
Musk has not provided further clarification or comments since pinning his tweet, and it is currently unknown if law enforcement is investigating the matter.
