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Online outrage after Elon Musk predicts civil war in Britain
Online outrage after Elon Musk predicts civil war in Britain
Elon Musk sparks outrage over ‘inevitable civil war’ prediction in the UK
Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and head of Tesla and SpaceX, has triggered a wave of backlash after declaring that a civil war in Britain is “inevitable.”
The tweet, shared with his 228.5 million followers, has drawn sharp criticism for promoting a dangerous narrative. Many are now questioning the potential influence of such high-profile statements — and whether governments should intervene when global figures make politically provocative claims.
From DOGE to controversy: Musk’s chaotic political year
Musk’s UK tweet is the latest in a turbulent year of political involvement. After briefly leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in early 2025, he resigned following a public fallout with President Donald Trump.
The drama escalated when Musk accused Trump of having ties to the Epstein files, only for his own name to appear in redacted documents — allegations he has strongly denied. Despite stepping back from U.S. politics, Musk has continued to comment on global affairs, reports UNILAD.
“Civil war in Britain is inevitable,” says Musk — but Brits push back
According to UNILAD, Musk’s post — which claimed that a civil war in Britain was only a matter of time — quickly ignited debate online. While it referenced political tensions and immigration, many UK residents dismissed the claim as completely detached from reality.
One user responded, “It’s ridiculous to make such wild and unfounded claims. Britain is doing fine.” Others pointed out the lack of widespread gun ownership and described the country’s political divide as relatively stable by global standards, UNILAD reports.
Online chaos or dangerous influence?
While some chalked Musk’s tweet up to typical online trolling, others warned of its real-world dangers. On Reddit, users began questioning why the UK government isn’t doing more to stop this kind of rhetoric.
One commenter wrote, “How is this okay? Why isn’t our government doing more to address this type of incitement?” UNILAD reports.
Musk’s critics: “You won’t make it happen”
Despite Musk’s assertive tone, many pushed back forcefully. “It doesn’t matter how many times you assert this, Elon — you won’t make it happen,” one X user said. Others mocked the very idea of a UK civil war, calling it unrealistic and inflammatory.
With no evidence provided to support his claim, critics argued that Musk is amplifying fear and division without accountability. The episode raises questions about the role of tech billionaires in global political discourse, UNILAD reports.
Free speech or dangerous provocation?
Elon Musk’s claim about civil war in the UK may be legally protected as speech — but critics say it crosses a line between opinion and dangerous incitement.
As influential figures increasingly shape political narratives online, calls for greater accountability are growing. Whether seen as careless commentary or calculated provocation, Musk’s words have sparked a wider debate on responsibility, influence, and the limits of public platforms.
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