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Elon Musk on Thursday escalated his ongoing feud with journalist @ObviousRises by calling for her imprisonment in a post on X, the platform he owns. The tweet, which reads 'She is the one who should be in prison,' marks a significant escalation in Musk's rhetoric against a reporter who has frequently criticized his leadership of Tesla, SpaceX, and X.
The target, known for their investigative reporting on Musk's business practices, has been the subject of previous attacks from the billionaire. This latest outburst comes amid growing scrutiny of X's content moderation policies and Musk's hands-on approach to platform management. Legal experts note that while Musk's statement is protected under free speech, it could expose him to defamation claims if the journalist can prove malicious intent.
Markets have largely ignored the controversy, with Tesla's stock remaining stable in after-hours trading. However, the incident underscores Musk's willingness to use his platform to target critics, a pattern that has drawn concern from free speech advocates and corporate governance experts. It remains to be seen how this latest chapter will affect public perception of Musk's leadership and X's commitment to balanced discourse.
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She is the one who should be in prison
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 18, 2026