In his response, Musk tweeted, «Fine Taylor … you win … I will give you a child and guard your cats with my life.» This remark was made in reaction to Swift’s endorsement of Harris, which she shared following a debate between Harris and Donald Trump. Swift’s post highlighted her support for Harris’s leadership and was aimed at contrasting Harris's steadiness with the chaos she associated with Trump.
Musk’s comment was met with immediate backlash. Critics on X labeled his statement as creepy and inappropriate, with some even labeling it as sexual harassment. Claudia Conway, daughter of former Trump aide Kellyanne Conway, was among those who condemned Musk, stating simply, “You’re creepy. Full stop.” Armand Domalewski, a pro-Democratic data scientist, described the comment as “skin-crawlingly creepy” and criticized Musk for making such an overtly intrusive statement.
The backlash extended to Musk’s own family. Vivian Jenna Wilson, Musk’s daughter, expressed her disapproval on Threads, calling her father’s comment “sexist” and “incel nonsense.” Wilson’s reaction highlights a growing discomfort within Musk’s inner circle regarding his public behavior and statements.
The controversy also touches on broader themes. Musk’s comment and his history of statements regarding population issues and low birth rates have raised concerns. He has previously expressed alarm over “population collapse” in Western countries and has made various unsettling remarks about repopulating the Earth. This latest comment to Swift has been