During a recent appearance at the Oval Office, Elon Musk was seen sporting a noticeable bruise around his right eye. When questioned about the origin of the injury, Musk humorously attributed the black eye to a playful encounter with his five-year-old son, X Æ A-12, affectionately known as 'X'.
Recalling the incident, Musk explained that while horsing around with his son, he invited him to "go ahead, punch me in the face," to which the young child complied. Musk noted with a smile that even a child's punch can leave a mark.
Addressing some speculation, Musk clarified that the bruise was not related to any recent events involving political figures abroad, humorously stating, "I wasn’t anywhere near France." The comment referred to a separate recent incident involving a French prime minister, putting rumors to rest.
Adding levity to the exchange, then-President Donald Trump chimed in, acknowledging the force behind young X’s playful punch, emphasizing that the child certainly had the strength to make an impact.
This lighthearted moment came amidst Musk's announcement about stepping down from his advisory role in the Trump administration. His tenure was marked by attempts to implement cost-saving measures across federal agencies, a campaign that faced challenges and did not yield the extensive financial savings originally envisioned.
The press conference took an unexpected turn when questions arose about Musk's views on recent media coverage of political campaigns. Prior to the completion of a reporter's question regarding media reports, Musk interrupted, referencing a recent judicial ruling involving defamation lawsuits related to coverage of President Trump’s 2016 campaign, and suggested moving past the topic.
This incident not only sheds light on Musk’s personal life but also marks a transitional moment as he concludes his formal governmental advisory role.
