Tech magnate Elon Musk paid a visit to the southern border in Eagle Pass, Texas, with the intention of livestreaming a tour to provide firsthand insights into the ongoing migrant crisis. Musk, renowned for his ownership of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter), has been actively engaged in highlighting the border issue through his social media platform.
During the livestream, Musk, donning a black cowboy hat, expressed his intent to interact with officials and assess the situation directly, emphasizing that viewers would witness the unfiltered reality. He identified himself as pro-immigrant but stressed the need for a balanced immigration policy, welcoming hardworking individuals while deterring those inclined to break the law. He expressed concerns that unregulated immigration could strain social services, citing the example of New York City.
U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, joined Musk at the border and appreciated his unfiltered approach to understanding the situation. The livestream briefly went offline before resuming with Gonzales elaborating on the border challenges.
Viewers’ comments flooded Musk’s livestream, with some commending him for taking on a role typically assigned to the media and politicians. Others appreciated the livestream, while some humorously remarked on Musk’s cowboy hat and sunglasses.
